Predicted Barcelona line-up to face Deportivo Alaves in La Liga clash | OneFootball

FC Barcelona is now getting ready to face off their next big challenge in La Liga this season. After having dropped points against Osasuna at El Sadar, the Catalan giants will be hoping to bounce back. With Hansi Flick leading them, that is exactly what Barcelona will be hoping to accomplish against Deportivo Alaves now.

However, this will be yet another encounter in La Liga that sees the Catalan giants play away from home. To avoid the same mistakes they made last time out, however, it would perhaps be best if Hansi Flick did not go for any experimental rotations this time around.

Here is how Barcelona could end up lining up against Alaves.

Expected Line-up:

Goalkeeper: Inaki Pena

With Wojciech Szczesny now officially signed, Inaki Pena will need to tread very carefully. The Spanish goalkeeper must now continue to earn his spot as the starting goalkeeper or else the newly signed Pole could end up taking over.

Right-back: Jules Kounde

The Frenchman remains as consistent as ever for Barcelona both offensively and especially defensively. Keeping him anywhere away from the starting lineup would not be a smart decision in any way, shape, or form.

Centre-back: Pau Cubarsi

The young Spaniard continues to impress with his more established and experienced regular partner in defense. His passing range, vision, and positional awareness are all strong attributes that continue to allow him to be a part of Barça’s regular starters.

Centre-back: Inigo Martinez

The return of Inigo Martinez to the starting lineup against Young Boys showed exactly what Barcelona were missing against Osasuna. His presence on the field can be completely felt, and both his leadership and qualities with the ball are something that Barça desperately needs right now.

Left-back: Alejandro Balde

Arguably the most electric player in the team, he is that one trump card that Hansi Flick can use to exploit open spaces on the left flank. With Alejandro Balde present, there is always much more security on his side of the field thanks to his great recovery traits and abilities.

CDM: Marc Casado

While Pedri and the others continue to work their magic, Marc Casado remains the focal point of the team when it comes to transitions and helping out both his forwards and defenders at the same time. He may not get all the plaudits most of the time, but his work is crucial and that is why he continues to be selected.

CDM: Pedri

Magical with almost every touch he takes, Pedri has truly found his best version again and one that plays without fear of any kind. At times, he truly seems invincible and untouchable, and that is when he plays his best football for Barcelona, something that Hansi Flick will want to continue taking advantage of.

The sensation of FC Barcelona continues toimpress without any stoppages. It is quite simply astonishing just how impactful this 17-year-old winger is for this team and as long as he stays fit and healthy, there is no stopping his progression.

Given how ineffective Ferran Torres seemed in the last game against BSC Young Boys, it would perhaps be in the best interest of both Hansi Flick and Barcelona that a creative player such as Pablo Torre ends up entering the picture.

Beyond just the goals and assists that he is providing this season at an alarming rate, Raphinha is giving Barcelona so much more. His work-rate, leadership, and relentless attitude on the pitch are all just a few of the elements that make him such a key player for Hansi Flick’s team.