Barcelona's B-team options to replace Ousmane Dembele
Alena is the player with the most chances of doing so
Vitinho, Arnáiz and Cardona are other options
Ousmane Dembele's injury means Ernesto Valverde might turn to Barcelona B to replace the forward. Of course, the likes of Denis Suarez, Deulofeu, Arda, Rafinha, Aleix Vidal or even Sergi Roberto could be used first, but if he does look to the youth, these are the best options.
Carles Aleñá (19 years old):
The player with most potential in the B-team. Has occasionally been used as a false winger by Gerard. He has scored two goals for Barcelona B this season.
Pros:
He's used to the first-team dynamic, a player with personality and is doing well in front of goal.
Cons:
His natural position is an interior, he works better with space.
Vitinho (19):
"A player with special talent," said Gerard about the Brazilian an attacking midfielder who can also play on the wing. He is playing more in central midfield at the moment.
Pros:
Has top level talent. Precise in his passing and can unbalance sides.
Cons:
Not an outright winger and has lacked continuity. No experience in the first team.
JosÉ Manuel Arnáiz (22)
The most expensive B team player (3.4m euros) and one of the most impressive players in the Segunda last season.
Pros:
A forward with goals and speed. Can play in three positions across the attack and is dangerous even in limited space. Instant impact at Barca B.
Cons:
Not used to the first team and still learning Barcelona's style.
Marc Cardona (22)
The big revelation from the B team last season. Has a lot of goals and personality.
Pros:
Natural goalscoring instinct, versatile too. Strong character and a fighter.
Cons:
More of a 9 than a winger. Not used to top level demands.
