A 2002 World Cup winner recently claimed that Raphinha has family and financial problems and could even move to Saudi Arabia side Al Hilal as a result20:19, 22 Jun 2026Raphinha's wife has taken to social media after it was claimed the Brazil international has family and financial problems. Former Brazil World Cup winner Vampeta made the claim on the Red Cast podcast and even went as far as to suggest that these issues could influence his future and potentially push the Barcelona star towards a move to Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal.‌He said: “Raphinha is facing serious family and financial problems. He’s praying he can join Al Hilal; he’s having a really tough time. He is counting on joining Al Hilal to turn things around.”‌Addressing the former midfielder directly, Raphinha's cousin, Padilha, wrote on social media: “You’ll have to explain these lies, my friend.” And now Natalia Belloli, Raphinha's wife, has not only declared her love for him but also appeared to fire back at Vampeta in a lengthy statement released on social media.‌She said: “True influence isn't about pointing out mistakes or exposing someone to gain attention. True power lies in inspiring, teaching, welcoming, and promoting values that contribute to a better society.“Influencing for good means using visibility to spread empathy, encourage dialogue, support positive causes, and show that it's possible to disagree without disrespecting. May every person who has influence, whether for hundreds or millions of followers, recognise the privilege and responsibility they have received. After all, words have power, and the best use of that power is to promote good, respect, and hope.JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook page‌“We are going beyond the limits of ignorance. Don't teach your child to smile at anyone's pain. If your soul cannot be malleable and your brain cannot accept evolution, at least help the next generation to be better.“I know the man behind the athlete. I know his character, his humility, his discipline, and the love he has for football and for Brazil. I know the sleepless nights, the demands he places on himself, and the weight he carries every time he steps onto the field representing millions of people, and we are grateful, we dream of this!“You see a player. I see a human being. I am so proud of you, my love, because you are tireless and unstoppable. And you will return like a phoenix, as you always have.‌“Because those who love and admire you respect your journey and recognise all the lives that have been touched and blessed by the sweat of your labour. Because there is bread for everyone, it just needs to be divided.”Meanwhile, Raphinha continues to recover from the muscle injury he suffered while playing against Haiti in Brazil's first match at the World Cup. And in an interview with Domingao com Huck, Belloli revealed how difficult the situation was for both her and her husband after the injury occurred.‌She said: "Honestly, it was one of the first times I was speechless. He was crying, and so was I. We spoke on the phone; the next day he underwent medical tests and came home for a while, where we were able to talk about the situation."Now he’s doing well, strong and sure of his purpose. That’s what matters: maintaining the right mindset and believing that better days are coming."Get the latest World Cup news straight to your inbox by signing up to our Make Football Great Again newsletter now!Article continues belowJoin our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.