According to recent Barca News reports, Raphinha is set for an unfortunate spell on the sidelines. The talented Brazilian is currently suffering from a hamstring injury. The injury occurred during Barcelona’s recent 1-0 La Liga victory over Sevilla on September 29, and it forced Raphinha to exit the match after just 37 minutes.
Barca News Reports
Early reports suggest that the injury could keep him out of action for approximately three to four weeks. This means he will be sidelined for some crucial upcoming fixtures. Fixtures including Barcelona’s Champions League clash against Porto and a league match against Granada before the international break.
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Raphinha’s injury occurred when he pulled up after taking a shot. After this, he signalled to the Barcelona bench about his need for substitution. Following thorough medical examinations, the initial estimates point to a recovery period of about a month.
Fortunately, the international break will provide additional time for his recovery. This break from match action and intense training is expected to expedite his rehabilitation process. While there is optimism that Raphinha may regain fitness in time for the highly anticipated El Clasico against Real Madrid, the final decision rests with Barcelona’s manager, Xavi.
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CONCLUSION
Barcelona fans will be eagerly awaiting updates on Raphinha’s progress as they hope to see the talented winger back in action as soon as possible.
Stay tuned for more updates on Raphinha’s recovery and potential return to the pitch.