Like FC Barcelona, Raphinha has been walking on water since the start of the season. His debut with fanfare in terms of accounting even makes Catalan leaders forget the recruitment of a center forward this summer. Established at the forefront of the attack and given the captain’s armband by Hansi Flick, the Brazilian immediately responded on the pitch with formidable efficiency.
In three matches in August, the former Rennes player scored five goals and provided an assist. Enough to ensure him the title of player of the month hands down. A distinction which rewards one of the best players on the planet in recent weeks. It remains to be seen whether this title will allow him to forget his absence in the top 30 of the Ballon d’Or.
