Raphinha's Health Status in Barcelona and Latest Developments Before Galatasaray Match
It was announced that Brazilian footballer Raphinha left the national team due to mild muscle edema in his right posterior thigh, and his status for the Galatasaray match depends on training sessions.
Examinations performed after the injury suffered by Brazilian footballer Raphinha, who plays for Barcelona, during the international match revealed a mild level of muscle edema. Whether the player will take the field in the Galatasaray match depends on the final training sessions and the decision of the technical staff.
Injury Suffered in the National Match
Raphinha, who played in Brazil's 4-2 victory in a friendly match against Australia, had to leave the game at the end of the first half. The Barcelona captain, who succeeded in scoring a goal from a penalty kick in the match, could not continue into the second half due to discomfort in his right posterior thigh area.
Federation and Club Examinations
In statements made by the Brazilian Football Federation, it was announced that a mild level of muscle edema was observed in the rear part of the player's right thigh. While the footballer, whose quick recovery is targeted, was removed from the national team squad, examinations performed after his return to Barcelona did not reveal any serious muscle tear.
Status Before Galatasaray Match
While the Barcelona club does not want to risk the player due to the busy match schedule, Raphinha has been working separately from the team and receiving physiotherapy as of October 8. In line with the decision of head coach Hansi Flick and the approval to be given by the medical team, it will become clear whether the player will take part in the squad for the match at RAMS Park.