Raphinha talks Lamine, Gavi, Lewandowski, Xavi, El Clasico | Barca Universal

"Raphinha not only comes off as one of Barcelona's most important players on the field but also as one of the team's most vocal leaders in games. No player, by some distance, has an influence even remotely close to what the Brazilian has on the team, and it is clear that Barcelona players are far better, direct and more intense with him on the field. Raphinha missed the team's clash against Albacete through a niggle and is said to be ruled out to face Mallorca as well, but his setback is minor, and he will soon be back in action for the Catalans."

"Speaking to SofaScore in a recent interview, the Brazilian forward debunked the stories of Yamal constantly going to parties and revealed the truth of the teenager's lifestyle behind the scenes. "Lamine is always on the phone. Always on TikTok, WhatsApp, Instagram, music, and he puts headphones in his ears." "In the morning, he's always sleepy because I think he sleeps late. He doesn't go to parties, but because of how much he uses his phone, he sleeps late," he added."

"The captain then revealed information about Gavi, who is closer than ever to a return, about how he is behind the scenes. "Gavi always forgets everything: the passport, the headphones, the bag. We always have to stop to look for his stuff." "Usually, the equipment staff search the locker room and find something of his. On the bus, I sit in the back seats, and when getting off, I check the seats to see if he forgot anything," he added."

Raphinha serves as a leading on-field presence and vocal leader whose presence raises teammates' intensity and directness. He missed recent matches with a minor niggle but is expected to return to Barcelona's lineup shortly. He characterized Lamine Yamal as constantly using his phone and often sleepy from late-night device use rather than partying. He described Gavi as habitually forgetful of items, requiring teammates and staff to search for his belongings. He praised Robert Lewandowski's hunger and work ethic and named Casemiro and Ronald Araujo as the toughest training opponents.

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