Carlo Ancelotti sends Raphinha message to Barcelona ahead of Singapore, Japan friendlies
Brazil national team manager Carlo Ancelotti has promised to carefully manage the minutes of Barcelona forward Raphinha during the upcoming international break. The decision aims to prevent injuries and ensure the player remains fit for his club duties.
Why it matters
International breaks often create tension between national teams and clubs regarding player health and availability for league competitions.
Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti has praised captain Raphinha and told Barcelona that all of his players will be carefully managed over the international break.
Barcelona have seen Raphinha pick up injuries on international duty and will be crossing their fingers the forward returns home unscathed from the latest call-up .
Speaking ahead of Saturday's friendly against Japan, Ancelotti spoke about the Barcelona star and also insisted he will be carefully monitoring all of his players.
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