FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirmed that club captain Raphinha sustained an injury while playing an international friendly for Brazil against Australia. Speaking during an interview with Catalunya Radio in Copenhagen, Laporta stated that the club is awaiting magnetic resonance imaging results to determine the extent of the damage.
Raphinha Injury Sourced from International Duty
The Catalan club recently rejoined the organization after a four-year absence following their departure from the Super League project. Laporta expressed frustration over the timing of the injury during the international break, confirming that medical staff are reviewing MRI scans.
UEFA Champions League Ambitions and Financial Recovery
Addressing the team’s sporting objectives for the current campaign, Laporta emphasized that capturing the UEFA Champions League remains the primary goal. He pointed to the depth of the squad and coaching staff as key drivers for success. Reflecting on the club’s administrative recovery over the past five seasons, Laporta noted that management has secured three league titles, constructed a new stadium, and restored financial stability.
Legal Clash With Real Madrid Over Negreira Case
Relations between Barcelona and Real Madrid remain strained ahead of a scheduled conciliation hearing on November 25 between Laporta and Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez. The legal proceeding stems from Pérez’s public statements regarding the ongoing Negreira case investigation. Laporta defended the club’s position, asserting that Pérez’s remarks were false and intended to harm Barcelona’s reputation. Laporta maintained that Barcelona will be acquitted and criticized Real Madrid’s legal strategy as an untenable discourse.
Institutional Relations Across European Football
Laporta also addressed Barcelona’s repaired standing with European football governing bodies. He acknowledged past friction with UEFA due to the abandoned Super League venture, noting that institutional ties have since normalized.
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