#raphinha

#raphinha

Raphinha has felt a twinge in his right hamstring, the same muscle that sidelined him for two months earlier this season, and suffered two relapses.

It was a decision made to prepare for today's game. I've spoken with him, and he's fit,

Arsenal are reportedly interested in the Barcelona attacker Raphinha. The 29-year-old has been one of the best players in the world since joining, with 18 goal contributions this season. According to Fichajes, Arsenal have long admired the player and are prepared to reignite their interest in the attacker. Mikel Arteta has tried to sign the player in the past. However, Barcelona does not plan to lose him anytime soon.

Despite recording 56 direct goal contributions (34 goals, 22 assists) for Barcelona in 57 appearances last season, the Brazilian winger finished fifth in the 2025 Ballon d'Or voting. Paris Saint-Germain's Ousmane Dembele won the award, while Lamine Yamal, Vitinha and Mohamed Salah all ranked above Raphinha. After France Football and L'Equipe decide the 30-player shortlist, one journalist from each of the top 100 countries in the FIFA rankings then votes for their top 10, with points being awarded based on their position.

This is because the club has decided to rest Raphinha after the Brazilian winger suffered a muscle overload, adding to a list of players currently being monitored by the medical staff. According to a report from Mundo Deportivo, Raphinha has not trained with the group as the team began preparations for the weekend fixture. The forward is dealing with an overload in his right adductor muscle, and the coaching staff is unwilling to risk worsening the problem.

As Barcelona gear up for their Copa del Rey quarter-final clash against Albacete, uncertainty has emerged around the availability of Raphinha. According to Mundo Deportivo, the Brazilian winger did not train with the group in Barcelona's final session before the trip, placing his involvement in Tuesday's knockout tie in serious doubt. Barcelona completed their last training session on Monday ahead of their journey to Albacete, with the focus on avoiding any surprises in the cup.