Barcelona banks on Raphinha’s July comeback as rehab nears end

Barcelona have announced that Brazilian winger Raphinha is entering the final phase of his rehabilitation, with a separate return date arranged before the squad assembles for pre‑season training on July 13. The move follows a hamstring injury sustained against Haiti in the World Cup and months of frustration on the sidelines. Mundo Deportivo reported that the Brazilian international is close to completing his rehabilitation process. The club added that he will soon begin a short period of rest before rejoining the squad for pre‑season preparations. Although Barcelona’s players are scheduled to report back for training on July 13, the club has already agreed a separate return date with Raphinha. This arrangement gives the winger additional time to recover physically and mentally after an exhausting season.

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The latest update has been received positively within the club, where officials express optimism that the attacker will return in far better condition ahead of the new campaign. Their confidence reflects the desire to have him fully fit for the opening weeks. Raphinha was injured against Haiti, suffering a hamstring injury during Brazil’s second World Cup match. The setback forced him to miss Brazil’s Round of 16 clash with Norway, where he was named on the bench but did not play, much to Barcelona’s relief. In total, the winger missed 26 matches across club and international competitions, with his troubles tracing back to a hamstring injury sustained on September 26, 2025, in his right leg. The prolonged problem threatened his participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026, prompting Barcelona to prioritise his physical and mental recovery and to have him disconnect before reporting back under Hansi Flick’s plans. A photo by Al Bello/Getty Images captured the moment of his injury, underscoring the challenges he has faced. The club expects Raphinha to arrive for pre‑season with renewed energy and be ready to compete from the opening weeks of the new campaign.