Overview
- Raphinha confirmed he rejected Chelsea in 2022 to fulfill his long‑held ambition to join Barcelona.
- He missed roughly two months with a muscular issue that was initially expected to sideline him for about three weeks.
- He accepted responsibility for two rehabilitation setbacks, while outside reporting criticized Barça’s medical setup and Hansi Flick acknowledged errors.
- He came on late against Athletic Club and said 90 minutes is still too early, with more limited minutes expected at Stamford Bridge.
- He said he felt undervalued in the Ballon d’Or voting after last season’s treble campaign, as Barcelona approach a pivotal Champions League game following dropped points against PSG and Club Brugge.