One of Xavi Hernández’s requests to the FC Barcelona board this summer was the arrival of a new right-back, which is already closed thanks to the signing of Joao Cancelo
After many problems on the right side of FC Barcelona, Xavi has already Joao Cancelo. It was a signing that has been a long time coming as they have been following in the Portuguese’s footsteps since last January when they tried to secure his loan deal. But in the end Bayern Munich won.
Now the situation was completely different as the Germans had no interest in his return. Likewise, Manchester City looked for a way out and finally found one, albeit through a loan deal with no obligation to buy. On his part Xavi is very happy with the arrival of Joao CanceloBut not everything is good news at FC Barcelona.
Xavi has a new problem at FC Barcelona
After arriving on the last market day, Xavi Hernández already has his desired right-back. However, the signing of Joao Cancelo also has negative aspects, as the Barça coach now faces a difficult decision. And he has to choose between four top-class players for just two positions.
As we mentioned last season Xavi Hernández used both Koundé and Araujo as full-backs. This allowed him to place both in the starting lineup, with Christensen a fixture on defense. But now the situation is changing. And Joao Cancelo will be a fixture in the side and up to four players will fight for two central positions.
Araujo, Koundé or Christensen, on the bench
With the Portuguese on the right wing, Koundé, Christensen, Araujo and Iñigo Martínez will play in the two central positions. Logically, Koundé and Araujo are the starters, but last season Christensen showed an exceptional performance. We also haven’t been able to estimate how important Iñigo Martínez will be.
So that, The signing of Joao Cancelo has caused problems for Xavi. Now we just have to wait and see how the Barça coach handles this situation, which could cause serious problems in the dressing room. Competition raises the level of the team, but can also cause serious problems, especially in a young team and with a coach who does not have much experience on the bench.
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