Former Spain striker ‘dreams’ of seeing Barcelona captain at Juventus: “He’s a complete forward”

Former Spain striker ‘dreams’ of seeing Barcelona captain at Juventus: “He’s a complete forward” Raphinha’s impressive start to the season with FC Barcelona has caught the attention of fans and observers alike, earning admiration both from supporters of the Catalan club and from those watching from the outside. Among those impressed by the Brazilian forward is Fernando Llorente, the former Spain international who represented several clubs during his career, including Juventus.  Fernando Llorente a fan of Raphinha Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport (h/t Mundo Deportivo ), Llorente was asked about his former club and which player he would most like to see wearing the Juventus shirt. His answer left little doubt about his admiration for the Barcelona captain.  Raphinha has made a brilliant start to the season. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images) “If I can dream, I imagine Raphinha, from Barcelona, at Juventus. He is a complete forward: he scores goals and gives his team-mates a boost. He is on fire,” Llorente said.  The former striker highlighted not only Raphinha’s goalscoring ability but also the impact he has on those around him. The Brazilian has become an influential figure at Barcelona, combining his attacking contribution with the energy and intensity he brings to the team.  A dream start Raphinha has gone from strength to strength at Barcelona under the tutelage of Hansi Flick over the past couple of seasons. The 29-year-old superstar was not only appointed the first captain this season, but was even assigned a new role as a centre-forward, following the departures of Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres. Top goalscorer in La Liga. (Photo by Judit Cartiel/Getty Images) And, Raphinha has taken to his new position like a duck to water, already racking up a total of 14 goals and three assists from only eight matches in all competitions. The attacker has missed the last two games for Barça due to a minor injury he sustained during the international break with Brazil. He has returned to group training today , though, and could be ready to make a comeback against Real Betis later this weekend, in a major boost for the team. Meanwhile, Llorente’s comments just go on to underline the impression Raphinha has made beyond Barcelona, with the former Juventus player making it clear that the forward would be his dream signing for the Italian club.