FC Barcelona: Flick can smile, Raphinha is back!

Shock twist at Barça: Is Raphinha ready for El Clásico?

Europe 23 October 2025 at 09:19

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI

News Editor

FC Barcelona: Flick can smile, Raphinha is back!

26.10.25 FT LaLiga Spain

Real Madrid

Barcelona

FC Barcelona are grinning again as El Clásico against Real Madrid approaches. After their resounding 6-1 Champions League triumph over Olympiakos, the Catalan side could be set to welcome back one of their key attacking weapons: Raphinha. Sidelined for nearly a month due to a right thigh hamstring injury, the Brazilian international returned to full training with the squad on Wednesday, according to Mundo Deportivo.

This comeback couldn’t be better timed for Hansi Flick, as Barça prepare to take on Real Madrid on Sunday in a Clásico that could already prove decisive in the title race. Currently trailing the Merengues, Barcelona are hoping Raphinha’s pace and creativity can reignite their right flank, left lacking since his injury. While it’s still too early to guarantee his place in the squad, optimism is rising at the Ciutat Esportiva. As for Flick, he could mark a winning return to the bench—though he will be suspended for this high-voltage clash.