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Brazilian legend Gilberto Silva claims ex-Leeds man will 'do a good job' after Barcelona struggles

Former Arsenal and Brazil midfielder Gilberto Silva has said that former Leeds United winger Raphinha will 'do a good job' at Barcelona despite his early struggles after leaving Elland Road.

The Brazilian has scored just twice in his 13 league matches so far this season but was chosen by Brazil's national team manager Tite as part of their 26-man 2022 World Cup squad for this year's tournament.

Earlier this season, Raphinha was labelled 'the worst' player on the pitch by two separate Italian outlets after his performance for the Spanish giants against Inter Milan in the Champions League - a competition Barca would eventually be knocked out of in the group stage.

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