Raphinha played a starring role for the Blaugrana during the 2024-25 season, leading them to the LaLiga, Copa del Rey and Supercopa de Espana titles. The Brazilian registered 56 goal contributions (34 goals, 22 assists), a total only Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah (57) could better across Europe’s top five leagues. In addition, only Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes (158) created more chances than Raphinha’s 152, but that was not enough to be picked in the team. Barcelona team-mate Lamine Yamal, Chelsea’s Cole Palmer and Paris Saint-Germain’s Ousmane Dembele were just some of the attacking players to be included.