5 utility players to look out for in the Champions League this season

UD Las Palmas v Real Madrid CF - La Liga
Nacho has been filling vacant spots this season

#2. Sergi Roberto

FC Barcelona v Paris Saint-Germain - UEFA Champions League Round of 16: Second Leg
Roberto scoring the winner against PSG in the Champions League

Positions he can play: Right back, Midfielder and Right wing.

Qualities: Passing and Stamina.

Sergi Roberto is a product of the famous La Masia academy. He is naturally a central midfielder but can play at several other positions. He spent the majority of his playing time at the right back spot last season.

He announced himself to world football with his exceptional performance in the El Clasico playing at the right wing as Messi was injured in 2015/16. He started the game as a right winger and provided a sublime assist to Suarez in the opening 15 minutes. Last season, he scored the winning goal for Barcelona against PSG completing the greatest comeback ever.

He can play both the attacking and defensive roles in the midfield apart from being able to play anywhere on the right flank. Roberto, being familiar with the Barcelona style of play, connects very well with teammates and possesses fantastic passing skills.

A quality player with such versatility is a great asset for Valverde's Barcelona. The Barcelona manager definitely knows how crucial Roberto can prove to be considering his technique, skills and first team experience.

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Edited by Shambhu Ajith
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