Raphinha who have been in fantastic run of form this season under Hansi Flick’s Barcelona has addressed the media before their game against Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey semifinals leg 2. Raphinha has called one of the Barca midfielders as – ‘Heart of the team.’
Barcelona winger Raphinha has been in scintillating form under Hansi Flick this season, playing a crucial role in the team’s attacking setup. Ahead of their decisive Copa del Rey semifinal second leg against Atletico Madrid, the Brazilian spoke to the media and praised one of his teammates as the driving force behind Barça’s success.
“Pedri doesn’t have a lot of assists and goals, but for me, he is the most important player on our team. I think Pedri is the heart of the team,” Raphinha said, as quoted by Fabrizio Romano on X.
Pedri, despite his modest numbers in terms of goal contributions, continues to be a vital presence in Barcelona’s midfield, dictating play and linking up effortlessly with his teammates. His intelligence, composure, and ability to control the tempo make him crucial for Flick’s system.
As Barcelona gear up for a high-stakes battle against Atletico Madrid, Pedri’s influence will be key in ensuring the Blaugrana secure a spot in the final.