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Likely to start on bench vs Getafe
Raphinha (thigh) is expected to be rested from the start of Barcelona's LaLiga match against Getafe on Saturday, with coach Hansi Flick intending to bring him off the bench depending on the needs of the match as he is recovering satisfactorily from the muscular edema in his right thigh suffered against Australia, and tests ruled out any injury, according to David Bernabeu of Diario Sport.
Analysis: Raphinha has started all eight Barcelona matches across LaLiga and the Champions League, scoring 14 goals, and manager Hansi Flick sees the edema as a warning given last season's precedents. The schedule after Getafe is also demanding, with trips to Galatasaray, Betis and Paris Saint-Germain before the Clasico, so resting him now is sensible. Gabriel Jesus could lead the line in his place, with Anthony Gordon another option in a central attacking role.
No greater injury found
Raphinha's tests Friday confirmed the edema and showed no greater ailment, with Barcelona breathing a bit easier about the Brazilian's condition, according to Cristina Navarro of Marca.
Analysis: Raphinha suffered the edema in the back of his right thigh, a recurrence of a similar area that has bothered him on previous international duty, and his availability for the Oct. 10 match against Getafe is not ruled out, though the club plans to act with maximum caution given his importance this season, with 14 goals already in this spectacular start. Coach Hansi Flick will only use him if he reaches 100 percent physical condition, otherwise opting to delay his return further given the demanding schedule ahead, including a Champions League trip to Galatasaray three days later.
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