Xavi has a few questions as the international break goes on, namely about how to set up his defense.
He has plenty of talented players, who can occupy multiple positions. But it’s not clear who his preferred starters for big games will be, or where they will play.
We can assume that Ronald Araujo will feature, but the question remains: as a center-back, or a right-back?
Against Deportivo Alavés, the Uruguayan played as a right-back, with Jules Koundé in the middle of defense.
What took place probably made him regret this choice as Samu Omorodion scored a goal in the opening minutes, and in general was proving way too much for Koundé to handle.