5 Barcelona players who could surprise you this season

Barca has a few new faces this season

Barcelona have been busy in the transfer market. Luis Enrique recognized the need for reinforcements after they almost let go of last season’s title. Luis Suarez, Lionel Messi and Neymar are definitely the first choice front three for the Catalans but when you looked at their bench there weren't too many who could have replaced any of the three.

But this season the team look even stronger after the signings the club has made. Some players have also improved their game from last season which will give Enrique more options to choose from.

With that in mind let’s look at 5 players who could put in surprise performances this season.

5) Lucas Digne

Lucas Digne was a surprise signing made by Luis Enrique. With Jordi Alba being the automatic first choice not many will expect the full back to get too many appearances. But with Mathieu injured Digne might still have a say this season.

Digne had a great season for Roma last year and impressed many. The Frenchman was an unused substitute in the Euros as well but since his move to Barcelona, he has done well in the short space of time he has played.

Digne came on for the injured Mathieu in the Spanish Super Cup and put in an impressive performance. He might not be as much of an attacking threat as Alba but he has very good defensive capabilities.

Alba also suffered injury problems in pre-season but recovered in time for their opening game against Betis. Digne came on as a substitute for the last 12 minutes of Barca’s opening La Liga game as well and once again looked the part. He could surprise a few this season.