Despite the Spanish-based newspapers labeling Sergio Busquets as a player that is no longer ‘untouchable’ for head coach Ernesto Valverde, I am here to remind you of the importance of the midfielder. Busquets is the heart and engine of this team. When he plays well, Barca play well. He has eyes in the back of his head and his vision and incredible decision-making is something that cannot be taught, it is innate and his presence is needed in every game for the team to succeed.
Valverde looks to be experimenting with his midfield this season, testing out the water with his large pool of midfielders and the results have left Busquets on the bench for five matches.