Barcelona Brazilian forward, Raphinha
Barcelona will be without Raphinha in Sunday’s season-opening El Clasico against Real Madrid.
According to ESPN, Raphinha has suffered a setback in his recovery from a hamstring injury.
Since Barca’s victory against Real Oviedo on September 25, the 28-year-old has not played.
The Brazilian forward returned to training this week and was expected to be named on the substitutes’ bench at the Bernabéu.
However, he suffered some discomfort during training on Friday.
It could be another couple of weeks before the Brazil international returns to play.
Madrid enters the game two points ahead of Barcelona.
Last season, the Catalans won all four meetings between the two sides. (Saturday Sun)
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