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‘I didn’t take it well’- Raphinha makes surprise admission about change of position at Barcelona

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Raphinha has admitted he wasn’t too impressed initially when Hansi Flick suggested a change of position this season.

The Brazilian had been used on the flanks for the Catalans since arriving from Leeds but has been shifted into a more central role and has impressed with some stellar showings.

Yet Raphinha has told Globo he didn’t think it was a good idea but realised it was something he may have to do to play regularly in the team.

“At first, when we talked about having to change positions, maybe play some games on the other side, I didn’t take it well.