Barcelona defender has made a big impression on the locker room with his professionalism

Andreas Christensen has endured a difficult season this term. After emerging as one of Barcelona’s best defenders last season, the centre-back has struggled with game-time this time around.

Christensen has witnessed Xavi choose Inigo Martinez ahead of him in important matches this season. As we approach the halfway point of the season, the Dane has been left out of the starting eleven in six competitive matches.

Barcelona impressed by Christensen’s composure and professionalism

Christensen has been demoted without even making a single mistake. But instead of grumbling about it, the defender has shown immense professionalism.

He continues to train with the same intensity and remains prepared to play in each and every match, even if he doesn’t start or even warm up, reports SPORT.

That was the case against Atletico Madrid. He wasn’t supposed to start the game and didn’t even train. But after Martinez’s injury, he was asked to play the game.

Christensen did not raise any objections and ended up producing a solid display at the back. This kind of attitude has left everyone at Barcelona impressed, with the club now holding him in the highest regard.

Will Christensen receive more chances?

Barcelona have confirmed that Inigo Martinez has sustained a hamstring injury and is unlikely to play during the remainder of the year.

This could pave the way for Christensen to receive more game time. The Dane is already one of the best defensive passers in Europe, which makes him an excellent candidate for the left-sided central defensive role.

Barcelona coaches will hope that Christensen rebuilds that excellent partnership he had with Ronald Araujo and Jules Kounde last season and help Barça end the year on a strong note.

The coming weeks, therefore, could be crucial for the Chelsea starlet as he looks to re-establish himself as a first-team regular.