The blame can't be solely on tactics, his decline has been evident since last season; tactics have changed from beginning of Tata to current tactics, yet his performances haven't improved but decline further. His passing n vision have deteriorated also, he isn't providing anything of substance to the side. Perhaps it is psychological and he needs a new environment to reboot himself.
He has been living off his reputation this season, playing well a couple of times shouldn't guarantee him a starting place. Especially when Lucho feels at times to start him AND Rafinha. I loved watching Iniesta, he played so beautifully yet provided substance also; i just hope he doesn't continue playing like this AND starting as it will replace my fond memories with current ones.
Iniesta is meant to be our creative spark in midfield, yet i exception of Copa games and Ajax in CL. I cannot recall him creating much. Unfortunately, we don't have anyone to replace him as Xavi can't play 90 minutes, Rafinha just runs, Mascherano in DM n Busquets in CM? That is awfully risky to try @this stage of season. We have so few Midfielders,
Rafinha, Masch, Busquets, Iniesta, Xavi, and Rakitic. Three start, and another is primarily a CB. One is 35, 30 and a recall from a loan. I fear for next season. Our greatest strength has turned into our greatest weakness.
Sorry for being pessimistic!
He has been living off his reputation this season, playing well a couple of times shouldn't guarantee him a starting place. Especially when Lucho feels at times to start him AND Rafinha. I loved watching Iniesta, he played so beautifully yet provided substance also; i just hope he doesn't continue playing like this AND starting as it will replace my fond memories with current ones.
Iniesta is meant to be our creative spark in midfield, yet i exception of Copa games and Ajax in CL. I cannot recall him creating much. Unfortunately, we don't have anyone to replace him as Xavi can't play 90 minutes, Rafinha just runs, Mascherano in DM n Busquets in CM? That is awfully risky to try @this stage of season. We have so few Midfielders,
Rafinha, Masch, Busquets, Iniesta, Xavi, and Rakitic. Three start, and another is primarily a CB. One is 35, 30 and a recall from a loan. I fear for next season. Our greatest strength has turned into our greatest weakness.
Sorry for being pessimistic!
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