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Getafe availability rests on Raphinha’s Barcelona medical checks

Raphinha fitness tests will determine whether Barcelona captain can face Getafe after returning from Brazil with thigh discomfort.

By Tomás Reyes · Football espana

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 7:14 AM

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Raphinha's availability for Barcelona's match against Getafe depends on medical tests after experiencing thigh discomfort.
The forward left Brazil's national camp early following his precautionary substitution during a match against Australia.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick and club staff requested Raphinha's return to monitor his condition directly.

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Barcelona forward Raphinha has left Brazil's international camp to return to Catalonia for medical tests after suffering thigh discomfort against Australia. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick and club officials requested his return, aiming to determine whether the captain will be fit to play against Getafe following medical examinations on Friday, October 2.

While initial signs suggest the issue is not serious and his substitution was precautionary, the club remains cautious due to his extensive travel. Barcelona aims to avoid rushing Raphinha back ahead of an intense fixture run that includes matches against Galatasaray, Paris Saint-Germain, and Real Madrid.

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