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Copa del Rey Final 2019/19: Barcelona vs Valencia - 5 forwards that could decide the match

Modified May 25, 2019 08:25 GMT

Messi would be leading the Barcelona charge in the Copa del Rey final

#2 Santi Mina

Santi Mina would be looking to add to his goals tally

Having been seemingly convinced of his abilities after spending three seasons at Celta Vigo, Valencia paid the sum of €10m for the signature of Santi Mina Lorenzo in the summer 2015.

Since then, the 23-year-old has proved himself to be a useful and integral part of the Valencia setup, discharging his duties with minimum fuss while also making the most of the opportunities afforded to him.

He had his breakout campaign last term when he scored 15 goals from 38 matches in all competitions. Even though his return dropped off somewhat to just 13 from 45 matches this season, Santi Mina won many admirers for his tireless work ethic and team play.

He has undoubtedly saved his best performance this term for the Copa del Rey where he has scored four goals from just five matches to power his side to the final and he has a chance to improve on this total when he comes up against Gerard Pique and co on Saturday..

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