"Unfortunately for Barcelona, the same cannot be said about Raphinha. Despite undergoing intensive recovery work, the winger has not responded as well as expected. According to reports, the medical staff remain cautious, as pushing him back too early could worsen his condition. The Brazilian has been working individually at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper but has yet to join full team training."
"Raphinha's pace, work rate, and creativity have been missed, and with matches coming thick and fast, Barcelona need every attacking weapon available. With the Brazilian unavailable, Flick is expected to tweak his attacking unit now that Yamal is back. What is known is that the club will not take any unnecessary risks. While there is optimism surrounding Yamal and Fermin's return, Raphinha's situation is being treated with utmost caution."
Raphinha sustained a thigh injury during the match against Real Oviedo and has struggled to regain full fitness. Intensive recovery work has not produced the expected response, and medical staff remain cautious about rushing his return to avoid worsening the injury. The Brazilian has been training individually at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper and has not yet rejoined full team sessions. Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez have resumed full training, improving squad morale ahead of the upcoming El Clasico. Raphinha's absence reduces Hansi Flick's wing options, and the club will avoid unnecessary risks, likely relying on Yamal, Marcus Rashford, and Ferran Torres if Raphinha is unavailable.
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