Hansi Flick confirmed that Raphinha chose not to participate in Barcelona's 4-1 victory over Girona due to fitness concerns. Despite his remarkable performance this season, totaling 27 goals and 20 assists, Raphinha expressed feelings of general exhaustion and discomfort, leading him to remain unused on the bench. With an important Copa del Rey semi-final against Atletico Madrid approaching, Flick decided not to even allow Raphinha to warm up, focusing on his recovery. Club staff remain highly optimistic about his fitness for the upcoming game.
Raphinha asked not to feature in Barcelona's 4-1 win over Girona due to concerns about his fitness. Coach Hansi Flick highlighted the player's honesty regarding discomfort.
Raphinha has been sensational this season, suggesting he could be a Ballon d'Or candidate with 27 goals and 20 assists since Flick's arrival last summer.
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