"Barcelona" winger Raphinha has been ruled out after suffering an injury while on international duty with Brazil. The club said medical examinations confirmed a serious problem in the back of his right thigh, forcing him to leave the national team camp and return to Spain.
In an official statement, "Barcelona" said the forward has injured the tendon behind his right knee. The issue was first identified after he felt discomfort during Brazil’s friendly against France in the United States. Further checks carried out by the Brazilian Football Confederation confirmed the damage.
Raphinha was substituted at half-time in that match after struggling with pain. He will now begin his rehabilitation under the supervision of "Barcelona" medical staff. According to the club, his expected recovery time is around five weeks.
The setback is a blow for both player and club, as Raphinha remains an important option on the wing. "Barcelona" will now have to manage without him for several upcoming matches while he works toward full fitness.
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