Barcelona uneasy as Brazil selects Raphinha for November friendlies
Despite ongoing fitness concerns, Raphinha has been included in Brazil's squad for upcoming matches in Singapore, causing frustration at Barcelona.
Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has officially included Raphinha in his squad for the upcoming November international break. The Seleção are scheduled to face Japan on November 14 and Singapore on November 17, with both matches taking place in Singapore.
A grueling journey for the winger
The decision has caused significant tension at Barcelona. Raphinha faces a demanding 22,000-kilometer round trip to Asia, which comes shortly after he suffered a muscle injury while representing his country against Australia on September 29.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is particularly wary given the club's history with the player's international fitness. Raphinha previously missed five weeks of action after picking up an injury against France in March, a setback that contributed to the club's elimination from both the Copa del Rey and the Champions League.
With this being the final international window of 2026, the club is anxious about the potential for another recurring injury. The winger has struggled to regain full fitness following his recent issues, leaving Barcelona officials concerned about the impact on their critical season ahead.
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