Barcelona summer arrival yet to convince fully as fellow new signing pushes for starting place

Barcelona summer arrival yet to convince fully as fellow new signing pushes for starting place Barcelona invested a significant sum during the summer transfer window to strengthen their attacking options. Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi were signed from Newcastle United and Borussia Dortmund, respectively, to provide greater competition and depth on the flanks. Meanwhile, Gabriel Jesus arrived late in the summer as a backup centre-forward, playing second-fiddle to Raphinha, who has excelled in his new role through the middle. As for the competition on the left wing, Gordon seems to be favoured by manager Hansi Flick over Adeyemi so far this season. Doubts still remain over Gordon However, according to AS , Gordon’s performances have not been convincing enough to put the competition to rest and establish him as the permanent starter on the left flank for Barcelona. Going by things in the first few months of the season, Gordon seems to have the edge. He has featured more consistently in Flick’s starting line-up and contributed more regularly to Barcelona’s overall attacking play. Lacking consistency. (Photo by Franco Arland/Getty Images) The 25-year-old winger has three goals and five assists from 15 matches (949 minutes) across all competitions since joining in the summer. However, the Englishman’s returns and impact have also experienced a dip in recent weeks, while his lack of impact in big games has also been a concern . Adeyemi offers a strong alternative Meanwhile, Adeyemi’s output in considerably fewer minutes means the German cannot be ruled out of the contest for a starting berth. The German international has scored twice and registered two assists in La Liga, while also adding another two goals in the Champions League from only 546 minutes in total. Adeyemi is currently behind Gordon. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images) He has been less involved than Gordon, but has still managed to make an impact when given opportunities. The England international is favoured by Flick for now because of his overall contribution when it comes to link-up play in the final third as well as his efforts off the ball. However, for Gordon to establish himself as the undisputed starter on the left wing, he needs to show more consistency in his game, while also displaying a greater degree of influence in the team’s attacking play. With Adeyemi ready and waiting to pounce on any opportunity, the former Newcastle United winger cannot afford to breathe easy.