Raphinha has enjoyed a superb turnaround this season. From being a second-choice player for Xavi Hernandez, the Brazilian has become an attacking lynchpin for Barcelona, under the leadership of Hansi Flick.
Flick’s trust in Raphinha has been repaid well by the player, who has been involved in 31 goals in just 29 competitive matches this season.
In light of his brilliant performances, Raphinha, in a recent interview, has opened up about his early career challenges as well as his mental health.
Raphinha on challenges at Barcelona
Raphinha talked about his turnaround at Barça, especially now that he is one of the leaders in the team.
Raphinha also opened up about the fact that his struggles at Barcelona forced him to seek health, as he was facing challenges with regard to his mental well-being.
This is not the first Raphinha talked about his challenges concerning mental health, as the forward has been very open about it in the past as well.
Raphinha on early career challenges
The former Leeds United forward went on to reveal some of the early career challenges he faced, due to his lack of physique.
