The debate surrounding the right-back position at Barcelona has resurfaced, this time from within the dressing room. Goalkeeper Juan García has expressed his concerns about João Cancelo, emphasizing that defensive errors could be costly against top teams.
According to informed sources, García has asked coach Hansi Flick to reconsider starting Cancelo in crucial matches. While the player is known for his attacking contributions, his defensive weaknesses are a cause for concern, particularly in tackling and quickly recovering to defensive positions.
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The goalkeeper points out that these vulnerabilities might not be apparent against smaller teams, but they become glaringly obvious against stronger opponents, threatening the team’s balance and defensive stability. He believes that Balde or Koundé offer more reliable defensive options, even if their attacking contributions are less than Cancelo’s.
García understands that Barcelona needs defensive solidity in decisive matches and that sacrificing some attacking options at right-back might be necessary to maintain that balance. The final decision will rest with Flick, who must manage this debate carefully, as any flaw in defense affects the goalkeeper and the team as a whole.
