The official website of Barcelona revealed that the Brazilian star Raphinha suffered an injury to the right thigh tendons after feeling discomfort during Brazil's match against France on Thursday.

Medical examinations conducted by the Brazilian Football Confederation confirmed the injury, necessitating the player's return to Barcelona to begin receiving appropriate treatment.

Raphinha is expected to be absent from the field for about five weeks, missing upcoming matches both with the national team and the Catalan club.

Raphinha had to leave the field in the first half during the friendly match that ended with Brazil's 2-1 defeat, highlighting the importance of monitoring his health condition before participating again.

Raphinha is considered a key player in Barcelona's lineup this season, having played 31 matches and scored 19 goals, ranking second among the team's top scorers this season.