Mebarak might not just be a system player; he could be equally formidable in other teams with other tactics.
But within Barça's system, his role is merely the "1+10" with him as the 10.
The 1 in Barça is Mateo.
It could also be Lu Yang.
It might even be Ortiz.
But it will never be Mebarak.
This is defined by Barça's system.
Those who benefit from the system must also be constrained by it.
"But he is the team captain, I can't always keep him on the bench." Gudiola expressed his thoughts.
He didn't continue from a technical and tactical angle, indicating he agreed with Lu Yang's ideas and was already considering their feasibility.
"Can you really not?" Lu Yang looked at Gudiola.
Gudiola kept silent.
Gudiola had no idea how Lu Yang understood Barça so well.
Does Barça have the ability to play as a center-back?
The answer is yes.
Most teams that attack fiercely often struggle defensively.
But Barça is an exception.
