Overview

• Raphinha told ESPN he seriously weighed a 2024 Saudi proposal he described as life-changing for his family.
• He said phone and in-person talks with new coach Hansi Flick persuaded him to remain at Barcelona.
• The winger delivered 34 goals and 26 assists last season as Barcelona won LaLiga, the Copa del Rey and the Spanish Supercopa.
• His resurgence included a fifth-place finish in the 2025 Ballon d'Or voting after feeling disrespected during transfer chatter involving other wingers.
• He has three goals in seven games this season and is currently out with a thigh injury, with reports suggesting he will miss Girona but could return for El Clásico on October 26.