Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has been unable to prevent winger Raphinha from undertaking a 22,000-kilometer trip to join the Brazil national team, despite making a desperate plea to keep the player available for upcoming club commitments.
The Brazilian international is set to travel for international duty ahead of a crucial UEFA Champions League fixture between Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona. Flick expressed concern over the extensive travel distance and its potential impact on the player's readiness for the high-stakes European encounter.
AFP correspondent Donny Afroni reported on the situation Friday, highlighting the ongoing tension between club and country regarding player release for international windows.
