What changes could Barcelona make to their squad for the next season?
This season was rather strange for Barcelona. Starting with the mega-sale of Neymar and then to big-name signings like Dembele and Coutinho. The Catalan giants once again conquered Spain with the domestic double but failed to make a mark in Europe. Their exit from Champions League was the only dark spot in Valverde's sparkling first season. Barcelona won the La Liga unbeaten which is an incredible achievement. But still, people debate that this season was not successful enough for Barcelona, probably because of the standards they have set for themselves.
Barcelona is one of those teams whose squad is updated almost every year. Players are sold, brought, sent on loan and some are even promoted from Barcelona B. Let's have a look at the changes that La Liga Champions could make to be even more balanced for the next season and further aim for the treble:
Goalkeepers:
There's absolutely no need for any changes in this position. Ter Stegen has been brilliant all season and is now one of the best keepers in the world. Stegen averages 0.58 goals per game apart from 19 clean sheets so far. Whereas, Cillessen On the other hand, in Barca's Copa del Rey triumph, Cillessen played an integral role where he kept 7 clean sheets in 9 games. What can a manager want more from both his keepers?
Both of them are great with the ball at their feet and suit Barcelona's style of play perfectly. European clubs are keeping a tab on Cillessen as he is underplayed by Valverde. All Barcelona needs to do is to hang onto both of them and give some more minutes to Cillissen.
Changes: None