Barcelona have received a major boost ahead of this weekend’s El Clásico as Brazilian winger Raphinha has returned to full training with the squad. According to reports from Fabrizio Romano, the 27-year-old is now back working with the team and focused on being available for Sunday’s highly anticipated clash against Real Madrid.
Raphinha has been sidelined in recent weeks due to a muscle injury that forced him to miss several key fixtures. However, his timely return comes as a huge relief for head coach Hansi Flick, who will be eager to have the Brazilian’s creativity and intensity on the right flank for one of the biggest games of the season.
The former Leeds United man has been a crucial part of Barcelona’s attacking setup since joining the club in 2022, known for his explosive pace, direct dribbling, and work rate on and off the ball. His absence had been felt, but his comeback could add an extra dimension to Barça’s frontline alongside Robert Lewandowski, Marcus Rashford, and Lamine Yamal.
