Xavi Hernandez introduce changes in the eleven against the Villarreal. Because he is looking for a reaction in the team after the last fiascoes, in the Classic and in the Champions League, and because he will do rotations to give his men rest before the demanding and crowded immediate calendar. One of the players to gain presence is Ansu Fati.
The Barça attacker, who has played at this start in the three offensive positions, has already put the injury behind him and he has end of recovery period .Xavi He has been gradually introducing him to the team. He has participated in the 13 matches played, 9 of LaLiga and four of the Championsbut he only adds 390 minutes: he has only started in two, against the Victoria Pilsen and against him Mallorca. Despite his intermittent presence, in the regular competition he has scored two goals, against Royal Society and Cádiz, and has given three assists. And in the Clsico last weekend, he had a determining role in the goal of Ferran Torres and his entry implied a great offensive boost in the game which was the cul.
Goal by Ansu Fati (0-3) in Cádiz 0-4 Barcelona
The former midfielder has gone with lead feet in the return of the international to the cul team, but every time he sees him better. “We follow a plan marked by caution. It is costing him a bit due to the sensations he had, but we are going well. In San Sebastian he made a difference and we will go in. He must be an important footballer for us. We have to pick up the pace, but little little by little. It is a difficult situation to manage because it has been a long time without playing and the rhythm and intensity requires time, prudence and precaution”, commentXavi Hernandez one month ago. During these weeks, he has seen a progression that prompts him to consider starting him.
His performance in Santiago Bernabuhis greater self-confidence and the need for changes in the block to get out of the pothole in the game, the result and the mood, causes him to Xavi consider starting it against him Villarreal. He will make changes in attack and the international is shaping up to start against a rival, moreover, who is particularly good at it.
Records
The young attacker, who a few months ago renewed until June 2027, has crossed paths with Villarreal in four games and has scored three goals against them. He beat Asenjo at the 19-20 tie and scored a brace against him last season at the Camp Nou. He is one of the opponents he is best at, along with Levante.
The preparer of terrace is planning to introduce changes in all the lines, also in an attack that they are occupying especially Dembl, Raphinha and Lewandowski. The French and the Brazilian have great options to rest against the yellow team and one of the bands will be occupied by Ansu Fati, one of the most important offensive resources in the Barça dressing room.
