The full extent of Raphinha’s injury layoff has been confirmed, with the Barcelona star set to miss a crucial stretch of the season.
The 29-year-old sustained a hamstring injury to his right leg while on international duty during Brazil’s 2-1 friendly defeat against France.
Medical assessments indicate the former Leeds United winger will be out of action for five weeks.
This serves as a massive blow to the Blaugrana, as Raphinha is expected to miss approximately eight matches, including a high-stakes Champions League quarter-final tie and potentially both legs of a semi-final fixture.
The list of games he is set to miss includes domestic clashes against Atlético Madrid, Espanyol, Celta Vigo, Getafe, and Osasuna, alongside the pivotal European double-header against Atlético.
Raphinha will now focus on his recovery, hoping to return in time to secure a spot in Carlo Ancelotti’s final squad for the 2026 World Cup.