Raphinha admits he was ready to leave Barcelona before Flick changed his mind: ‘Looking back today…’

Raphinha has revealed that one conversation with Hansi Flick completely changed the course of his Barcelona career, admitting he had already decided to leave the club before the German manager convinced him to stay.

The Barcelona captain has developed into one of the most important players in Flick's team, even adapting to a new role as a number nine.

However, looking back, in an interview with The Guardian , Raphinha believes none of it would have happened without that conversation during the summer of 2024.

Raphinha makes no secret of the influence Flick has had on both his career and his outlook. The Brazilian says the manager arrived when his mind was already elsewhere.

"The manager has changed my life. I'll always say that, forever and ever. He's the person who changed my mindset – both at the club and as a person," he began.