Pau Cubarsí is set to rejoin FC Barcelona's starting lineup after resting against Levante. The central defender aims to regain consistency in a defense that still puzzles coach Hansi Flick.
Cubarsí adapts well to different defensive partners and could pair with Bernal in high-pressure matches. Meanwhile, the left-back position has become a battleground between Alejandro Balde and Joao Cancelo, with Cancelo impressing recently and likely to start.
Balde’s diminished role raises the question for Flick whether to reinstate him or maintain continuity with Cancelo, especially ahead of demanding fixtures including the upcoming game against Villarreal, currently third in La Liga.
These defensive decisions will significantly affect Barcelona’s stability and prospects in upcoming competitions.
