Barcelona winger reveals the three key factors behind his success this season

One of the biggest positives for FC Barcelona this season, under the management of Hansi Flick, has been the explosion of Raphinha.

While the Brazilian international had been a solid performer in his first two seasons at the club, he has taken his game to a whole new level in the ongoing campaign, becoming a key figure in Flick’s setup.

Goals, creativity, work-rate, strong mentality, and leadership – Raphinha brings everything to the table and has become an undisputed starter in the side.

Raphinha opens up on what changed for him

Now, speaking in an interview with GE Globo (h/t SPORT), Raphinha acknowledged that he is in the best form of his career at this point.

“I’m in the best moment of my career, I can guarantee that,” said the Barcelona captain.

Highlighting the three key factors behind his success this season, the Brazilian international remarked:

“Firstly, the time I’ve been at Barcelona has helped me; then there is also the change of mentality to adapt to other positions that I made to be able to play and succeed; and then, the work that you do regardless of whether things work out or not.”

On his new role and adaptation

It must be noted that Raphinha has largely operated on the left flank or as a No. 10 this season, moving away from his niche right-wing spot, and has excelled in the new role. So much so that Brazil are also planning to mimic the tactic.

Discussing his transformation and adaptation to the new role, Raphinha said: “To tell the truth, six months ago, I wouldn’t have been ready to adapt to another position.

“I was very obsessed with wanting to play in my place on the right, which was the place where I felt most confident… “

Continuing, he added: “I think the change came about when I understood that if I wanted to play for Barcelona or the Seleçao I would have to adapt to any position, because there is a lot of competition and you are alongside players with a lot of…

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Author : Michel Durant

Publish date : 2024-10-09 15:59:06

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