Raphinha: "If I were in another club, I would think about whether it is the best thing to come here"

Raphinha was the player chosen by FC Barcelona to appear at the press conference before the match against Athletic Club this Wednesday (20:00 h), valid for the 'semis' of the 2025 Spanish Super Cup, the first title at stake for the culé team in this 2024-25 season. Among other things, as expected, the forward took the opportunity to offer his point of view on the current topic: the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor.

"It's a rather complicated situation. Players never want to go through these moments, it's complicated for us because we don't know if we can count on them, complicated for them, as they don't know if they can play or not. It's a complicated situation and we hope that those responsible can resolve it as soon as possible so that they can play," started Raphinha regarding the controversial case of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor and the uncertainty about whether they can take part in the match against Athletic Club.

Moreover, in line with what has been expressed recently, 'Rapha' is fully convinced that the Blaugrana club will manage to resolve this situation positively and quickly. "We have to trust that this will be resolved quickly, we receive very positive messages and we have to wait. Many times we know the same as you do and we have to stay calm to be able to do our job. We hope that those dealing with this can bring us good news quickly," warned the culé number '11'.

Raphinha's strong statement on the Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor case

Under this premise, Raphinha also referred to his role as captain and one of the leaders of the Barça dressing room, highlighting the complexity of dealing with all the controversy surrounding the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor. "The truth is that it's a complicated situation, only those in the situation can tell you how they feel or what they can decide. It's a situation they have to wait to see what will happen, at the club they tell us that they are positive that things will be resolved as soon as possible, but it's a complicated situation and for Dani and Pau, it's difficult to deal with this situation," added the Blaugrana right winger.

In addition, Raphinha asserted that this situation with Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor could affect the arrival of potential signings in the future. "I think so, I can't say no, because otherwise I would be lying and I'm not the kind of person who likes to lie. If I were in another club and were seeing the situation that Pau and Dani are going through, I would surely think twice, whether I come here or to another club," he emphasized.

Finally, the forward emphasized that, despite all the controversy that has arisen around this issue, wearing the Barcelona jersey continues to be a true privilege, with its positives and negatives. "When I signed for Barça, I knew the situation at the club, I saw that I had a chance to play with this shirt and I waited until the last moment and I don't regret anything," he concluded.

The Importance of the Spanish Super Cup

"In my opinion, the Super Cup is a very important tournament, the two best teams from the League and the Cup compete, and being able to fight for the title among the best from last year is spectacular. I hope to give my best, not just me, but the whole team. We are quite focused, but it doesn't affect anything in the League or the other cups we have ahead. Winning a title mid-season helps."

Gratitude to the Culé fans present in Arabia

"We have quite a few fans here, in Arabia, and being able to play in front of them and experience this special moment, a Super Cup in front of fans who may not be able to be in Spain, is quite special. This is my third season here and being able to feel the love of the Arab fans is spectacular."

"I would like to thank them for their affection. We know how difficult it is for a fan here to go to Barcelona and watch one of our matches and to be able to compete for a title here is very good, we appreciate it and we will give our best to win."

The Presence of Nico and Iñaki Williams

"We know the quality that Athletic has and we know the potential of their players, like Nico and Iñaki. We hope to play our best game both defensively, to stop them, and offensively, to score goals and achieve victory."

His Absence against UD Barbastro

"We decided that I needed to rest due to a discomfort I had, but I feel much better now and hope to be able to play."

The Decline of FC Barcelona

"It's difficult to say why. You're not always at 100% throughout the season, there will be declines. Now we need to get back to winning the maximum number of matches."

The Renewal of Ronald Araujo

"Araujo? He can answer you, it's a personal situation. Only he and the club can tell you anything about it."