Barcelona have received a timely boost ahead of their next outing, with Raphinha back in Hansi Flick’s squad. The Brazilian has been cleared to return after his recent absence and is available again as the Catalans look to build momentum.
However, there was still no place for Marcus Rashford, who remains sidelined with a knee injury. The forward continues his recovery and was not included in the group named by Flick.
Raphinha’s return offers Flick another option in attack after Barcelona had been forced to cope without him. His availability comes as welcome news at a time when the squad is being tested by injuries, with Rashford’s absence continuing to limit choices.
Barcelona will now move forward with Raphinha back in the mix, while Rashford focuses on getting fit as he works his way back from the knee problem.
