Why Arsenal-bound Suarez failed to make the grade at Barcelona

The versatile midfielder is set for a reunion with former Sevilla boss Emery in north London after failing to win over Ernesto Valverde in Catalunya

After two-and-a-half immensely frustrating years at Barcelona, Denis Suarez looks set to make a fresh start in the Premier League.

The versatile midfielder will have the chance to relaunch his flagging career at Arsenal, with a January loan move now close. It is a fantastic opportunity for Suarez, who has failed to fulfil his potential since moving to Camp Nou.

But why did the 25-year-old fail to impress alongside the likes of Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez? And can he show his best side for an Arsenal team that is also struggling to meet…