Barcelona coach Hansi Flick provided updates on the club's injured players ahead of the match against Girona. Of those who had been sidelined, only Raphinha is expected to be available for the Monday, February 16 fixture at 21:00. The Brazilian returned to group training and has recovered from the adductor problems that kept him out of recent official matches.
Marcus Rashford has been ruled out for tomorrow's game. Flick said the forward is much improved but must progress carefully, so he will not be included in the squad for the upcoming match. By contrast, Raphinha received a clearer assessment and is considered able to play, although it was not specified whether he will start.
Flick emphasised Raphinha's importance to the team, noting that his presence raises the side's dynamics and intensity in training and matches, and that the squad feels his absence when he is not available. The coach has repeatedly highlighted Raphinha's value, referring to his high level of performance last season.
The manager also commented on Pedri and Gavi. Regarding Gavi, Flick advised caution: what he has seen in training is encouraging, but Gavi is unlikely to be fully ready in February and March looks more realistic for his return. Pedri's situation is clearer, with the expectation that he will be back sometime this February, though no exact date was given.
