Barcelona have received a timely boost as winger Raphinha edges closer to making his long-awaited return from injury. The Brazilian forward has stepped up his recovery and could be back in action soon, offering Xavi a much-needed attacking option amid the club’s ongoing injury troubles.
However, not all news from the treatment room is positive. Midfield star Pedri remains sidelined, continuing his rehabilitation as Barcelona manage his fitness carefully to avoid another setback. His absence leaves Xavi facing a familiar selection headache ahead of a crucial run of fixtures in La Liga and Europe.
With Raphinha nearing full fitness and other key players still unavailable, the Barcelona manager must strike the right balance between squad rotation and consistency. Fans will be eager to see whether Raphinha’s return can help inject creativity and energy into the attack, as the Catalan side looks to regain momentum in their campaign.
