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Barcelona handed Raphinha boost ahead of key fixtures against Real Betis, PSG and Real Madrid

Barcelona captain Raphinha will return to training on Thursday ahead of some key fixtures for Hansi Flick’s side in La Liga and the Champions League. The Brazil star has missed Barcelona’s last two games against Getafe and Galatasaray due to…

By Gill Clark · Barca Blaugranes

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 9:48 AM

Key Things to Know

Raphinha will return to Barcelona group training on Thursday ahead of key fixtures.
The winger missed matches against Getafe and Galatasaray following an injury suffered on international duty.
Barcelona will assess Raphinha's fitness before Saturday's clash against Real Betis to avoid risks.

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Barcelona captain Raphinha is scheduled to return to group training on Thursday ahead of important upcoming fixtures. The Brazilian winger missed Barcelona's previous two matches against Getafe and Galatasaray after sustaining a knock on international duty. He reportedly aims to be available for Saturday's La Liga clash against Real Betis, pending medical clearance from the club.

Manager Hansi Flick and Barcelona staff will assess Raphinha's condition to determine his readiness without taking unnecessary risks. Meanwhile, midfielder Frenkie de Jong is also nearing full fitness and could potentially join the matchday squad to face Real Betis.

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