With Hansi Flick now firmly at the helm, Barcelona’s squad is beginning to take shape for the upcoming campaign.
Flick has already made clear his intention to build around a core group of players, blending youth with proven experience.
Several first-team stars are currently away on international duty, but preparations are already underway behind the scenes at the club’s Ciutat Esportiva complex.
The former Bayern Munich boss has reportedly asked the board to prioritise keeping key performers fit and focused during the summer.
Amid all this, one Barcelona forward has just added an individual accolade to cap off a standout season in Catalonia.
Raphinha has been named La Liga’s Player of the Season for 2024/25, after a breathtaking year that saw the Brazilian reach astonishing attacking heights.
The former Leeds United man registered 59 direct goal contributions across all competitions, a figure that includes 18 goals and 11 assists in La Liga alone.
That league tally made him the only player in Spain’s top-flight to reach double digits for both goals and assists this season.
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Raphinha thrived under Flick’s attacking setup, looking reborn on the right flank and playing with the sort of confidence that made him such a fan favourite in England.
The award, announced officially by La Liga on Friday, is recognition of the consistency, impact, and flair that Raphinha brought to the pitch over the course of the campaign.
Barcelona’s fanbase has responded with excitement online, with many praising the 27-year-old for stepping up during a turbulent transitional year at the club.
This comes after Lamine Yamal officially picked up La Liga’s Young Player of the Year award for the 2024/25 season.
Flick is expected to give Raphinha a central role once again next season, with sources close to the club suggesting that any offers for the Brazilian will be rejected outright.
After a season of uncertainty off the pitch, Raphinha’s individual recognition offers a bright note as the Blaugrana prepare for what they hope will be a title-challenging 2025/26.
The club now hopes to carry that momentum into pre-season, with Flick determined to return Barcelona to the summit of both Spanish and European football.
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