Barcelona forward Raphinha has moved to ease concerns among the club's supporters after revealing he has spoken with Brazil national team coach Carlo Ancelotti about his playing time for the Seleção. The Brazilian international said Barcelona fans "shouldn't worry" following the conversation with Ancelotti, who took charge of the national team earlier this year.
Raphinha featured for Barcelona in their UEFA Champions League league phase match against Aston Villa at Camp Nou on November 3, 2026, scoring the team's second goal in the fixture. The 27-year-old winger has been a regular for both club and country, and the discussion with Ancelotti appears aimed at managing his workload across a demanding schedule.
