Sure, a lot of his words are trash but he has no reason/gain to lie here. He wouldn't say that unless its done done. Thats why I trust his words in this specific context.
No. Raiola denial doesn't mean shit because he is a liar.
When he transferred Pogba to United, he used to deny any link between his side, Juve and United. He went on to say that Uk and Italian press were battling themselves to see who would do the most fake news. But the truth is Pogback was ON.
The belief i share with you that it is all on the hand of Barcelona is that Ajax is already open to sell the player. The player has just to agree to a destination and it is done in less than a day. However, there is no imminent decision being announced, no move from any party. It is like nothing has changed after Raiola trip. That can only mean that the key to de Ligt future was not in that meeting. They are holding out for Barça to come back.
And i'm getting the vibes Bartomeu will do his savior act again after all the desperation act in the catalan press.
Dunno about you, but it always seem so forced, like a set up : "Oh no, we can't sign him. He is too expensive". Bit like when Sport announced that fake total agreement between PSG and Griezmann while they know everything was done and dusted with Barça months ago. They really like that set up to make it look like they scored a big victory.