Barcelona vs. Valencia: How will Ronald Koeman's side line up?
The Dutch coach is set to play 3-5-2 with Memphis and Ansu starting in attack
Barcelona return to action after the international break with a game against Valencia to kick off a run of three important matches at Camp Nou in a week.
After hosting Valencia on Sunday, Ronald Koeman's side welcome Dynamo Kiev in the Champions League on Wednesday and Real Madrid in the Clasico next weekend.
With regards to the first fixture, against Pepe Bordalas' Valencia side, everything suggests Koeman will use the 3-5-2 system which has often drawn controversy.
Marc-André Ter Stegen will have Sergi Roberto and Jordi Alba ahead of him as the full-backs. Both played against Cornella in the friendly and Sergiño Dest is returning late from international duty, although he could yet start.
In the middle of the back three, Gerard Pique and Eric Garcia are seeking a partner. Oscar Mingueza and Clement Lenglet are the main options. Ronald Araujo is injured.
In midfield, Sergio Busquets, Gavi and Frenkie de Jong seem set to start, with Pedri still missing. The two Spain internationals were brilliant for their country last week.
In attack, Memphis Depay will finally have Ansu Fati alongside him from the start. For the first time since his return from a 10 month injury, Barça's No.10 is ready to start a game again.
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