Barcelona’s manager Hansi Flick has supported Rafais as a serious contender for the prestigious Balon de or award this year.
The Brazilian Forward is a star in this season, making a strong case for personal recognition with the choice of Mohammed Salah, Vinisius Junior and Cyilian Mabpe.
Rafain, 28 -year -old in the Barcelona campaign, has become an important person. He has so far provided 22 goals and 11 in 2024-25.
His effective performance has led the Catallan club to the top of the league, and has increased the aspirations of the Champions League below the Flick.
Before the Ferry of the 16 second-Leg conflict against Barcelona’s Benfiq, Flick was asked about the possibility of Raphin’s Balon de OR.
“Rafinha for Balon de orproof? He is a candidate, yes. Of course, if he works well this season, he can get a chance, “he said.
“He always helps us a lot, and if he has done a goal, he shows how hungry it is. You see it, it’s good to see how concentrated it is. I am happy at his level. “”
Barcelona played a match with ten men in the recent 1-0 victory over Benfic.
True with his form, Rafin once again proved his value to the team.
Flick added: “They have a good team. Bruno Lez works well and you can see its philosophy on the pitch. The best thing is to focus 100% for you and not thinking about the first leg. Usually they always press high. “”
“They do it very well, they have won a lot of games. You should focus on it. It’s all about the situation, good control helps us a lot to attack and defend. That’s what we want to do. “”
Before Barcelona’s $ 55 million agreement, the Rafinha Premier League Club, especially Chelsea and Arsenal, were strongly linked. Chelsea even signed a contract with the Leads United, but instead the winger chose the transfer to Spain.
Last summer, Manchester United was interested in getting their services for the potential returns of England.
However, he remained in Barcelona, where he is growing up for one of the most prestigious personal honors of football.
