Due to injury-related absences, German coach Hansi Flick has decided on Barcelona’s attacking lineup for tonight’s match against Celta Vigo. Barcelona leads the La Liga standings with 33 points after 13 rounds, 6 points ahead of second-place Real Madrid, with a postponed match for coach Carlo Ancelotti’s team, according to information from …Hansi Flick surprises Barcelona star with new position in tonight’s match against Celta Vigo.
Due to the absences in the attacking line against Celta Vigo, Flick plans to start Alejandro Balde in the winger position, according to the daily “Sport.” According to the newspaper, the German coach made this unexpected decision because of Lamine Yamal’s injury and his withdrawal from tonight’s game, as well as the unavailability of Ansu Fati and Ferran Torres.
Raphinha, Lewandowski, who is also “currently” injured, and Pau Victor, whom the German coach does not trust, are Hansi Flick’s only choices. The article went on to say that youthful sensation Gerard Martin will start at left-back if Balde plays on the wing. Tonight at Balaidos Stadium, Barcelona will play Celta Vigo in the 14th round of La Liga.