Overview
- Manager Hansi Flick has named Raphinha provisional first captain, with Eric García and Pedri also on the temporary leadership list until the squad is settled and players vote on the final order.
- Flick said he made the call because Marc‑André ter Stegen and Ronald Araújo have left and Frenkie de Jong is currently sidelined by injury, removing the usual senior options.
- Raphinha wore the armband and addressed the crowd at the Joan Gamper Trophy, where he used his speech to back injured teammate Roony Bardghji and welcome new signings.
- Several outlets have reported a prospective five‑man hierarchy that would place Raphinha first, de Jong second, then Pedri, Gavi and Eric García, but club officials stress the list is not final.
- The permanent captaincy could still change depending on incoming transfers and De Jong’s recovery, and the club plans to hold the traditional player vote once the summer window closes.