Raphinha has revealed that he requested Xavi to use him on the right flank rather than on the left after a difficult start to life at Barcelona.
After completing a big-money summer switch to Camp Nou from Leeds United, the winger has found it difficult to shine in his new surroundings. Raphinha says he has sat down with Xavi to discuss his best position in a bid to rediscover the form that saw him become one of the most exciting young players in Europe at Elland Road.
"Yes, I spoke with Xavi and told him that I would like to compete where I can contribute to the team, on the right. On the left, I can't contribute much" Raphinha said in an interview with Cadena SER.
He added on the competition provided by Ousmane Dembele on the right flank: “I don’t mind competing with Dembe for the position, I love it.”
