Joao Cancelo, 31, has only played 12 minutes across the last three La Liga matches, though his situation could change dramatically this Sunday against Levante following his registration for the Champions League.
Since joining Barcelona 40 days ago, Cancelo has found it challenging to secure significant playing time and has mostly been a secondary option. Coach Hansi Flick has been experimenting with his position, sometimes deploying him on the left or right flank, especially considering Jules Koundé's inconsistent form and Eric Garcia's reliability.
Out of eight available matches this season, Cancelo has appeared in five, starting twice, but overall his minutes have been limited due to tactical choices and a yellow card suspension. His registration for the Champions League might mark a turning point for more involvement on the pitch.
