Comparing Barcelona and Real Madrid: The Defenders

We wrap up this series comparing where the rosters stand for Barcelona and Real Madrid at the close of the season by looking at the defenders.

For Barcelona in particular, if you are to believe the rumor mill, this is an area ripe for change.

Before Xavi arrived, the frustration after many games was how the unforced errors from the defense cost the team points.

Perhaps with better performances early in the season, Barca could have competed for the title. Then again, if that were the case, Xavi wouldn’t have become the manager.

Out of Madrid, the big news here is the departure of Marcelo and the arrival of Antonio Rudiger. There could be more additions for the Merengues, but most of the…