Barcelona new signing to play a key role for the team in upcoming matches

Barcelona new signing to play a key role for the team in upcoming matches Among all the major new signings Barcelona have made during the summer, most of them have integrated well into the team. The likes of Rodri, Karim Adeyemi, Joao Cancelo and Anthony Gordon are now key components in Hansi Flick’s setup. That leaves us with Gabriel Jesus. The former Arsenal man was the last to arrive, and is still getting used to conditions at Barcelona. Gabriel’s role in upcoming matches Gabriel scored his first Barcelona goal against Feyenoord. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) So far, the Brazilian has only featured in 16 minutes of competitive action, notably scoring a goal against Feyenoord. But the striker’s role is expected to improve in the coming weeks, as Barcelona gear up for a congested fixture list, reports Diario SPORT . Indeed, the Catalans take on Levante this afternoon, just days after their midweek encounter against Feyenoord. This will be followed by another midweek encounter against Racing Santander before the Blaugrana take on Sevilla next weekend. During this entire period, Gabriel could play a handy role given that the team does not boast the services of a recognised number nine other than the Brazilian. How Gabriel could be useful Gabriel can help limit Raphinha’s game-time.. (Photo by Judit Cartiel/Getty Images) Perhaps the best use-case for Gabriel Jesus at Barcelona right now is to operate as a backup for Raphinha. The former Leeds United star has been in electric form this season, racking up eight goals in all competitions. He is also chasing Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s record heading into the Levante game. However, given Raphinha’s recent struggles with injuries, coach Hansi Flick would ideally like to use the Brazilian sparingly. That is where Gabriel comes into the fray. The former Man City and Arsenal star can come as a sub for Raphinha against Levante this afternoon, later on in the second half. It won’t be surprising to see Gabriel getting his first start in the midweek game against Racing, where Raphinha will most likely be rested for the Sevilla clash.