Barcelona forward Raphinha has been in prolific form this season, leading the attack under manager Hansi Flick. The Brazilian's goal-scoring exploits have meant the Catalan side have not missed a conventional centre-forward, despite earlier speculation linking them with a move for Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez.
Raphinha's versatility and finishing have allowed Flick to deploy a fluid front line, with the team adapting well to the absence of a pure number nine. The 27-year-old's contributions have been pivotal in Barcelona's strong start to the campaign.
