5 Players that will reduce the workload on Lionel Messi this season

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#3. Arturo Vidal

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A great warrior on the pitch

Former Juventus and Bayern Munich superstar, Arturo Vidal is one of the fantastic players that switched to Camp Nou this summer. The midfielder was signed as a replacement for Paulinho Bezerra, who returned to the Chinese Super League recently.

Vidal's success under Pep Guardiola at Bayern Munich is proof that the midfielder will adapt to Barcelona's possession-based and pro-attacking system.

He will be very effective against physical opponents, helping to break down incoming attacks and winning the ball back whenever it is lost.

The Chilean will also help to reduce the burden on Lionel Messi by masterminding the midfield and launching threatening attacks.

His ability to move the ball forward into offensive areas means that the Argentine will not need to drop deep before getting possession, thereby enabling him to spend more time up front and concentrate on scoring goals.

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