5 players who can inherit Andres Iniesta's number 8 jersey at Barcelona

# 1. Philippe Coutinho

A new era at the Camp Nou?

Having shelled out more than £140 million for the player, Barca finally appear to be getting the player they thought they had signed.

He was brought to the club with the primary intention of replacing the Spanish legend. The Brazilian has steadily adapted to Spanish football but still has a lot to prove at the club.

The former Liverpool man is definitely a world-class player who can tear defences apart on his day with some effort. The onus is now on him to step-up and complete the job he was bought for.

Though he has been given the number 14, his positioning and style of play would justify the club's idea of handing him Iniesta's #8.

If he manages to repeat even 70 percent of his performances from his time in England, he would be a supreme asset at the Camp Nou.

He has a big season lying in front on him.

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