How Barcelona could lineup in the 2020-21 season

Attack

Right-wing: Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi has decided that he is staying at Barcelona this season

Lionel Messi's dramatic U-turn came as a huge sigh of relief for Barcelona, as the Argentine announced earlier this week that he will not leave the club this summer after initially asking for a transfer. The Argentine is still the best player in the world and Barcelona's talisman, as he looks to spearhead them to more success.

In what could potentially be his last season with the Catalan giants, Messi will look to bounce back after what has been an eventful summer, having been linked with a move to Manchester City in the Premier League.

The 33-year-old was in stunning form in the 2019-20 season and topped the league for goals and assists. However, he was unable to prevent Barcelona from surrendering the La Liga title to Real Madrid, as the Catalan giants finished trophyless for the first time since the days of Tata Martino.

Messi will look to weave his magic once again, with Koeman expected to build his team around the Argentine talisman.

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Striker: Antoine Griezmann

Antoine Griezmann has been tipped to lead the line for Barcelona

Antoine Griezmann has so far been wasted out wide at Barcelona, as he struggled to make an impact in his first season at the club. The Frenchman is one of the best players in the world on his day and needs to play in his natural position to show his true colours.

With Luis Suarez expected to leave the club this summer, Griezmann could finally be deployed as the focal point of the attack, with Messi playing from the right side. The former Atletico Madrid man flourished as the leading man with Los Rojiblancos and could have a similar effect with Barcelona if he is given the chance.

Reports have emerged that Koeman is keen on playing Griezmann upfront and it remains to be seen if that really is the case. Barcelona have also been linked with a big-money move for Lautaro Martinez, but the Inter Milan striker looks unlikely to join the club as things stand.

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Left-wing: Memphis Depay

Memphis Depay could reunite with Ronald Koeman at Barcelona

Memphis Depay is being linked with a stunning switch to Barcelona, with reports suggesting that the Lyon forward is close to agreeing a deal with the club. Having worked with Koeman in the past, the mercurial attacker could add a different dimension to Barcelona's front-three.

Primarily a winger, Memphis is also capable of playing as a #9 and is incredibly gifted technically. Blessed with outstanding ball control and shooting ability, the Dutchman's playmaking ability is something that doesn't get talked about enough due to the fact that he is a winger.

Memphis has matured tremendously in the past 12 months and looks set to leave Lyon this summer for greener pastures. With the likes of Ousmane Dembele and Philippe Coutinho also amongst the squad, Barcelona are quality and depth for the wide positions.

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