Xavi opted to play Andreas Christensen in midfield against Alaves, something that’s been brewing for a while now, and saw the Dane help Barcelona to a 3-1 win at Mendizorrotza Stadium.
Christensen enjoyed a decent game without truly standing out. He kept things simple, looked comfortable but – perhaps more importantly – allowed Ilkay Gundogan to play where Barca really need him.
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All in all it was a decent audition from the Dane and it would be no surprise to see him deployed in midfield again this season, particularly given the team’s injury situation.