Barcelona coach Hansi Flick provided an update on Raphinha’s condition after the Champions League victory over Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday night.
Raphinha, who led the team as captain, scored in the thrilling 3-2 win at Signal Iduna Park, showcasing his exceptional form.
Despite speculation about his future due to Barcelona’s pursuit of Nico Williams, Raphinha has responded impressively.
His goal against Dortmund marked his sixth in the Champions League this season, contributing to a total of 27 goals and assists in 23 games across all competitions.
Following his substitution in the match, concerns arose about his fitness, but Flick reassured fans that Raphinha was not injured, just fatigued.
As Barcelona prepares to face Leganes in La Liga, the impact of Raphinha’s workload remains to be seen, considering his consistent presence in the starting lineup this season.
With Leganes struggling in the league, Flick may opt to rest Raphinha, especially after Ferran Torres’ impactful performance off the bench against Dortmund.
Flick emphasized the importance of player recovery ahead of the upcoming game, praising the depth of the squad and the contributions of all players.
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