And? Last season we had the same manager.
I'm curious how do you explain that.
To be honest? The tactics didn't work the same after Dembele left.
After that point we got by off pure physicality and organisation and did well neutralising teams but we lost our bite after that.
This season, he changed the tactics and still hasn't been able to find anything that works, he is still tinkering every game and you can see it on the field, there is no continuity of play or real scheme.
A real replacement for Dembele was needed to continue Xavi's 4 box scheme. Sticking with Raphinha hurt us even if he isn't that bad.