Rodri names Raphinha as his most surprising Barcelona teammate
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 9:25 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
Rodri has identified Raphinha as the Barcelona player who has most impressed him since joining the club. Raphinha has adapted successfully to a new role as a central striker under coach Hansi Flick, achieving 17 direct goal contributions in eight matches. Rodri discussed Raphinha's transition from a winger to this new position, which the Brazilian initially found challenging but now enjoys. This statement came during an interview with COPE.
- •Rodri surprised by Raphinha's talent after joining Barcelona.
- •Raphinha has 17 goal contributions in eight appearances.
- •Raphinha transitioned from winger to central striker.
- •Rodri emphasizes Raphinha's adaptability in his new role.
- •Rodri made remarks in an interview with COPE.
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"Barcelona star Rodri has this week named Raphinha as the Blaugrana player who has surprised him most with his talents since his arrival at the club.Frontman Raphinha is for his part of course fresh of...
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