Sao Paulo, June 10 -- Brazil national team manager Carlo Ancelotti has hailed Raphinha as one the best players in the world as the Barcelona forward prepares to return for a World Cup qualifier against Paraguay.
Raphinha is set to start Tuesday's clash at Corinthians Arena in Sao Paulo after missing Brazil's goalless draw with Ecuador in Guayaquil last Thursday due to suspension.
"It's great that Raphinha is back," Ancelotti told a news conference on Monday.
"He has shown that he is one of the best players in football at the moment."
Raphinha enjoyed a breakout season in 2024-25 with 34 goals in 57 games across all competitions for Barcelona.
The 28-year-old former Leeds United player has also been a consistent performer at intern...