"Following a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, the focus has shifted to leadership, or the lack of it, within the squad. That is where Raphinha comes into the fray. The Brazilian winger, recently returned from a hamstring injury, played over half an hour and was arguably the only player to show some passion and commitment. Should Flick start Raphinha vs Alaves?"
"Last season, he contributed to a staggering 60 goals. This season, with two injury relapses restricting him to just nine appearances, his absence has left a void in Barcelona's attack. However, the dilemma is medical as much as it is tactical. The club are wary of Raphinha's history of relapses, and a third setback could be catastrophic. Complicating matters is the absence of Fermin Lopez, who has been ruled out for approximately two weeks with a fresh injury."
Barcelona prepare to host Deportivo Alavés after a 3-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge that exposed a lack of leadership. Raphinha returned from a hamstring injury, playing nine minutes against Athletic Club and thirty minutes against Chelsea, and showed notable passion and commitment. He contributed to 60 goals last season but has managed only nine appearances this season due to two injury relapses, creating an attacking void. The club fear a third relapse could be catastrophic, making selection both a medical and tactical dilemma. Fermin Lopez will miss roughly two weeks, and Marcus Rashford's defensive shortcomings increase pressure on the starting choices.
Read at Barca Universal
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