5 players who could replace Ousmane Dembele at Barcelona

Athletic Club v FC Barcelona - La Liga
Athletic Club v FC Barcelona - La Liga

#3. Adama Traore - Wolves

Manchester City v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League
Manchester City v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League

Adama Traore is one of the most feared wingers in the English Premier League. The Spaniard has been with Wolverhampton Wanderers since 2018. Lining up on the right flank, Traore is renowned for his electric pace and incredible physical strength.

Traore is often considered an orthodox winger. His style of play generally involves making runs on the wing and delivering crosses into the box. Although his crossing could improve, Traore is one of the best dribblers in the league.

Traore's strength enables him to push defenders away while his speed ensures he always makes it to the ball first. He has been on the radar of several top clubs and could certainly benefit from a move back to his hometown of Barcelona.


#2. Pedro Neto - Wolves

Arsenal v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League
Arsenal v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League

Pedro Neto is one of the most sought-after youngsters in Portugal right now. Neto currently plays for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League. He has, in the past, represented Braga and Lazio. Neto is primarily a left-winger but has been used on the right flank and as a striker as well.

The Portuguese youngster has developed into a key member of the current Wolves side. He made 31 appearances in the Premier League last season, scoring five goals and providing the same number of assists.

Neto's style of play is very direct. He is always looking to run at defenders and supply creative passes to his teammates. Neto is also an excellent crosser and has a very healthy average shot output per game.

Neto recently earned a call-up to the Portuguese national team in 2020 and has made three appearances for his country. He is definitely an option worth considering for Xavi and Barcelona.


#1. Raphinha - Leeds United

Leeds United v Watford - Premier League
Leeds United v Watford - Premier League

Raphinha has emerged as one of Leeds United's best players. The Brazilian signed from Rennes in 2020 and has quickly become a fan favorite. Primarily a right-winger, Raphinha is loved for his direct attacking approach and excellent output.

Raphinha is also one of the best dribblers in the league. His progressive vision and ability to shoot from distance are traits that most managers love to see from players on the wings.

Raphinha has already registered eight goals and two assists from just 18 appearances this season. The likes of Liverpool, Manchester City and Tottenham have all shown interest in the player.

Raphinha will not come cheap but the quality he brings to any team is undeniable. He is definitely a player that could replace Ousmane Dembele at Barcelona.

Raphinha will come at a price but the quality he brings to any team is undeniable.

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