Raphinha has revealed he had 20 minutes to make a decision about joining Leeds United.

The Brazilian, 24, has been revelation at Elland Road since arriving from Rennes on deadline day last summer.

Raphinha has told FourFourTwo on how his move to Leeds: "The board said, 'We've accepted an offer from Leeds, so now it's your call: do you want to leave or stay?'

"If I wanted to leave, there was a private flight waiting for me to go to England and undergo a medical before signing the contract.

"Well, if I said it was a simple decision I'd be lying. It was definitely a tough decision. And I had 20 minutes to give my answer! Pretty complicated, right?

"On the one hand, I'd just helped Rennes reach the Champions League for the first time in their history, and it would have been brilliant to take part in that unique campaign.

"On the other hand, I had the offer from a traditional, huge club like Leeds, who were also enjoying great momentum having returned to the Premier League."

Raphinha added that it was always his dream to play in the Premier League, and is glad he has achieved his goal with Leeds.

He said: "Believe it or not, English football has always been my number one target. As long ago as I can remember, when I started watching football on TV, the Premier League was there.

"I enjoy watching English games, because it's a special league full of tradition, great clubs, managers and players. It's also competitive, as there are so many top-quality teams.

"My desire to play for an English club was my first thought before signing for Leeds, so you can imagine how pleased I am now wearing their shirt in the Premier League."