Raphinha has returned to FC Barcelona after spending a week in Brazil recovering from injury, with the winger targeting a comeback for El Clásico on May 10, according to Fabrizio Romano via his x handle.
Softfootball earlier reported in March 2026 the Medical reports indicated a recovery timeline of four to five weeks, with Barcelona closely monitoring his progress ahead of a crucial run of fixtures, including the highly anticipated clash with Real Madrid.
Fabrizio posted:
Raphinha, back in Barcelona today after spending a week in Brazil following his injury. His mission is to be back for El Clásico on May 10, reports @mundodeportivo as Raphinha will be out for 4 more weeks.
The Brazilian is expected to remain sidelined for around four more weeks as he continues rehabilitation from a hamstring injury sustained during international duty with the Brazil national football team in a friendly against France national football team.
Elsewhere, Jeremie Frimpong has also suffered a hamstring setback while on international duty with the Netherlands national football team against Ecuador national football team, adding to injury concerns during the international break.
