How Barcelona could line up under Xavi

Xavi Hernandez has been unveiled as Barcelona's new head coach.
Xavi Hernandez has been unveiled as Barcelona's new head coach.

#Left Winger: Ansu Fati

Ansu Fati continues to shine in front of goal.
Ansu Fati continues to shine in front of goal.

There's simply no doubting Ansu Fati's ability to provide solutions for Barcelona in front of goal. The attacker has been a huge force on the left wing since making his return from injury. He has produced decisive performances to help the team.

Fati has bagged three goals and an assist from five La Liga appearances for Barcelona this season. He also has a goal to his name in the Champions League, raising his overall tally for the season to four goals and an assist. The 19-year-old could cut it under Xavi, and also go a long way to making history at Camp Nou.


#Right Winger: Ousmane Dembele

The attacker impressed in Barcelona's recent clash with Dynamo Kyiv, and could be of help to Xavi.
The attacker impressed in Barcelona's recent clash with Dynamo Kyiv, and could be of help to Xavi.

There's simply no competition with a fit Ousmane Dembele on the right flank of Barcelona's attack. The Frenchman reminded us of his incredible abilities when he came on during the Champions League clash with Dynamo Kyiv on Tuesday.

He was a huge problem for the opposition defence, so it comes as no surprise that Barcelona scored the only goal of the game shortly after Dembele came on. He will miss the next few weeks due to a hamstring injury, but is expected to return before the end of the month. If he stays fit, he could be a huge weapon for Xavi.


#Centre-forward: Memphis Depay

Depay is Barcelona's top scorer this season.
Depay is Barcelona's top scorer this season.

Without a proper striker in the squad, Memphis Depay should provide Xavi with a solution, thanks to his ability to impress in the central role. The Dutchman has been one of the top performers for Barcelona this season, bagging six goals and two assists across competitions.

A front three consisting of Fati, Dembele and Depay could be very tricky for opposition defences to handle. All three players are pacy, dynamic and are capable of creating magic in the offensive third. Xavi should definitely try this combination out.

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