‘We don’t want to take any risks’ – Hansi Flick explains why he left Raphinha out of Barcelona’s last game of the season against Valencia
Hansi Flick has decided to leave Raphinha out of Barcelona's final match of the season against Valencia due to concerns about his fitness. The Brazilian player recently returned from injury but was not feeling 100 percent. Flick emphasized the importance of not taking risks and has opted for other attacking players in the lineup.
- ▪Raphinha has been left out of the squad for the last game of the season against Valencia.
- ▪Hansi Flick stated that Raphinha was feeling a bit off and they don't want to take any risks.
- ▪Barcelona has already secured the title but aims to finish the season with a win.
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