"One of the major doubts for Barcelona heading into the game surrounds the availability of key winger Raphinha, who has missed the last two matches due to muscular overload. Cautious optimism surrounding Raphinha Now, according to MARCA, there is cautious optimism within Barcelona regarding Raphinha's condition and potential availability to face Atletico Madrid. The initial plan is for the Brazilian international to rejoin the group tomorrow and potentially travel to Madrid."
"Barcelona reported on February 2 that Raphinha was suffering from an overload in the adductor of his right leg. The former Leeds United star missed the Copa del Rey quarter-final against Albacete and the La Liga fixture against Mallorca due to this issue. The estimated recovery time communicated by the club was one week, and all indications suggest that timeframe will be met."
Presidential elections dominated FC Barcelona's agenda, but the squad continued preparations for the Copa del Rey semifinal first leg against Atletico Madrid. Raphinha missed the last two matches with an overload in the adductor of his right leg. The club communicated an estimated one-week recovery timeframe and indications point to that timetable being met. The current plan is for Raphinha to return to group training tomorrow and potentially travel to Madrid. Coaching staff are optimistic and planning to include him in the squad, but his return will depend on how he feels and will not be forced. Raphinha has missed 12 matches this season due to injuries.
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