UEFA Champions League - Chelsea vs Barcelona: 5 surprise players who could impress 

Chelsea is set to host Barcelona this Wednesday in the first leg of Round of 16.
Chelsea is set to host Barcelona this Wednesday in the first leg of Round of 16.

#1 Alvaro Morata (Chelsea)

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Morata's El Clasico experiences would come handy while Chelsea would face Barcelona

If there is any player who has known Barcelona the most then it has to be this ex-Real Madrid starlet. Alvaro Morata was Real Madrid's main forward when it came to crunch situations. However, less playing time and being the second choice behind Karim Benzema forced Morata to leave the Spanish Capital and join the Londoners.

The Spanish striker couldn't shine much in the Blue outfit as he was expected to. Maybe it's too soon to comment regarding his performances as it's only the forward's first season in England. Despite it being his debut season and facing criticisms, he has managed to find the net 10 times so far in the Premier League and also has five assists to his name.

The 25-year-old striker can be deadly when combined with Hazard. His superior aerial abilities, dribbling, and pace makes him a threat for the Barcelona defence. Morata's story might be different this time than his performances in the Premier League, because this is Champions League and he is facing Barcelona, against whom he has a lot of playing experience.

The Chelsea No.9 can come off as a great surprise and put up a show for the Blues in their own backyard who is all set to welcome Barcelona for an iconic Champions League clash.

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Edited by Alan John
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