FC Barcelona have been without the services of key winger and one of their club captains, Raphinha, for more than a month now.
However, there may be light at the end of the tunnel for the 29-year-old Brazilian international as a return now seems to be very close.
Raphinha to resume training today
Indeed, according to Mundo Deportivo, Raphinha is set to be back in Barcelona’s training session today, offering a boost to Hansi Flick & co.
The Brazilian winger, who suffered a hamstring injury in his right thigh during a friendly against France on 26 March, is set to rejoin group training after a month out.
This will be Barcelona’s first session of the week following their recent win over Getafe on Sunday, which left La Liga almost decided as the Catalans extended their lead to 11 points over Real Madrid.
Raphinha had already hinted at his return on Tuesday, posting “loading” on social media.
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Now, as per the report, he will resume full training under Flick, who had previously suggested that this week could bring positive developments, not only for Raphinha but also for Marc Bernal.
The winger could therefore be included in the squad for Saturday’s match against Osasuna in Pamplona. Depending on how the match unfolds, he may even get some minutes on the pitch.
With the league title all but secured and the World Cup on the horizon, Barcelona are expected to avoid taking unnecessary risks with their ace winger.
However, Raphinha is now considered fit enough to return to action and could be back on the field come Saturday.
So far this term, the 29-year-old superstar has racked up 19 goals and eight assists from 31 matches in all competitions.
