"This week will be a critical one for Raphinha, as he looks to return to training after an extended period on the sidelines. The forward has had a difficult season so far, with his progress being marred by an injury. But recent reports suggest he is in the final phase of his recovery and could return to training soon. Raphinha's potential return, though, should not overshadow the fact that his fitness wasn't handled well by the Barcelona team."
"As revealed by Cadena SER, the plan was for Raphinha to be a key piece in the Clasico against Real Madrid, but the timeline of his return went horribly wrong. Raphinha first returned to training with the group on Wednesday, October 22. However, the very next day, he felt a slight twinge in his leg. This was reportedly dismissed as unalarming. He received standard treatment and was cleared to continue training."
"Disaster struck in his third session back with the squad when he suffered a new, more serious muscle tear. This is the injury that has kept him out of action for weeks. The incident reportedly left Hansi Flick "extremely angry." The coach demanded answers from his staff, asking for the reason for the relapse and how it was allowed to happen."
Raphinha has been sidelined for weeks due to a serious muscle tear suffered during a relapse on his third training session after returning. He first rejoined group training on October 22, felt a slight twinge the next day, received standard treatment, and was cleared to continue before the subsequent tear. The injury has prevented him from playing and has left manager Hansi Flick extremely angry, prompting demands for explanations from staff about how the relapse occurred. Flick considers Raphinha as important as Pedri and Lamine Yamal for Barcelona's playing style. Barcelona managed only nine points from a possible 18 in matches played without him.
Read at Barca Universal
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