5 long-term replacements for Sergio Busquets that Barcelona should look at

#1 Julian Weigl – 21-years-old

A look at the Dortmund team will make one realise that it is one of the most talented teams in the world. Filled with young stars, this team would have a lot of world class players by the next couple of years should they be groomed properly.

One of them is Julian Weigl. Some claim that he is already world class, however, he is still some way off of being branded with that tag. Nonetheless, when it comes to midfielders in his age group, he is perhaps the best.

The mix between defensive serenity and clever passes makes it feel like he is the natural successor to Busquets’ throne in Barcelona, who also has the same all-round qualities. However, what makes Weigl such an adequate replacement is that the young German doesn’t plunge into tackles and, instead, prefers to position himself carefully.

With 2.3 interceptions, 2.2 tackles and an 89.5% successful passing rate while making an average of 67.6 passes, he is already performing at the level required to succeed at the Camp Nou.

Barcelona’s midfield will have a steely base for the next 10 years should he be signed.