Barcelona have officially confirmed via their X handle that Raphinha has been declared fit and is available for selection for today’s clash against Girona.
Barcelona stated:
INJURY NEWS Raphinha has been declared fit and is available for selection by Hansi Flick for today’s game with Girona
The Brazilian forward’s return is a major boost for Hansi Flick’s side. Statistics underline his importance: Barcelona have won 91 percent of their matches this season with Raphinha in the team, compared to just 60 percent without him.
His influence has been both tangible and psychological, with the team’s attacking sharpness and overall intensity noticeably higher when he features.
Speaking about the winger, Flick reiterated his admiration.
I’ve always said this… yes, we miss Raphinha, You can see it in training as well everything he does raises the intensity and energy level. Last season, for me, he was the best player in the world.
Flick also dismissed any suggestion of choosing between Lamine Yamal and Raphinha, insisting Barcelona need both players together to maintain their dominance.
Softfootball previously reported on February 14, 2026, that Raphinha had returned to training after recovering from an adductor injury. Now, just days later, the club has confirmed he is match-ready — a timely reinforcement as Barcelona push forward in their campaign.
Elsewhere, Neymar recently marked his return from knee surgery with an assist in Santos’ 6–0 victory over Velo Clube, signaling his own comeback ahead of a crucial year.
