Brazil manager Dorival Junior is set to replicate Hansi Flicks’ tactics on talented winger Raphinha as the Selecao hopes to recover their winning form.
Dorival Junior’s team are going through a difficult time and are in need of inspiration ahead of their upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifying fixtures this month.
Brazil suffered a shock 1-0 defeat to Paraguay last month and they will be facing a tough task against Chile and Peru over the coming week.
Ahead of the crucial tie, Brazil coach Dorival Junior is now willing to make plans that will suit Raphinha. According to SPORT’s Joaquim Piera, Dorival Junior plans on a shift in tactics, which would also involve a role change for Raphinha.
Raphinha was not called up to the squad during last month’s international break but his brilliant form with Barcelona has earned him a call back to the national team.
While Raphinha has largely played in his natural right-wing position for Brazil, Dorival Junior now plans to deploy him in the central attacking midfield role – a spot where he has thrived this season under Hansi Flick.
Hansi Flick’s new tactic have seen Raphinha play some of his best football in Barcelona colours. He will now be eager to continue this run with the national team.
Brazil hope to unlock something similar with the move, with the Barça ace set to operate in the No. 10 role in place of Lucas Paqueta, who will move into the midfield double pivot.
Real Madrid’s Rodrygo and Manchester City starlet Savinho will flank Raphinha while debutant Igor Jesus of Botafogo is tipped to line up as the centre-forward.
