Barcelona have had bad luck with injuries early in the 2023/24 campaign.
New signing Inigo Martinez arrived with an injury last season, while Ronald Araujo and Pedri were injured during the first two weeks of the season.
Last month saw Frenkie de Jong sidelined for some time with an injury and days later Raphinha became the latest squad member to be on the treatment tables.
Raphinha sent a message to fans
Raphinha injured his leg in Barcelona’s 1-0 win over Sevilla on Friday.
The 26-year-old Brazilian international fell to the pitch shortly after the half-hour mark clutching his leg and was soon taken off with Fermin Lopez replacing him.
Barça confirmed at the weekend that the winger has injured his right leg and is set for a spell out on the sidelines.
Now, after his injury, Raphinha sent a message on Instagram, thanking the fans for their love and support, vowing that he will come back stronger.
“Well, I want to say thank you for the love and messages from everyone who sent me positive energy. Unfortunately, I will be gone for a few weeks, but soon we will be back, stronger than ever,†Written by Raphinha.
When will Raphinha come back?
After his injury, reports emerged that Raphinha would be out for three to four weeks, with match against Real Madrid in the last week of October Specified date of his return.
But recent reports suggest that the Brazilian is recovering well and there is hope that he will return to action after the international break.