Barcelona trio at risk of missing Cadiz clash due to suspension

With multiple wins on the trot, Barcelona have been in excellent form throughout the start of 2023. They are leading arch-rivals Real Madrid in the league table by eight points and could extend the advantage further when they take on Villarreal later tonight.

However, heading into this contest, Barça must also proceed with caution as three of their players are running the risk of missing the next game against Cadiz.

This is due to the accumulation of too many yellow cards, with each of the three players picking up four bookings in La Liga so far this season.

The players in question are Ronald Araujo, Ferran Torres and Gavi. Araujo, for one, has been walking a tightrope for a long time and given his style of play, it will not be surprising to see him pick up a booking tonight.

Gavi, too, is known for his aggression and must proceed with caution when he faces the Villarreal midfielders this evening. The same goes for Ferran, who can be guilty of making the odd nasty fouls in the opposition’s defensive third, especially when pressing the ball-carriers.

Apart from these three, Barcelona also have Ousmane Dembele and Sergio Busquets running the risk of being suspended if they get another yellow card. But both players are out injured, though their bookings will not be written off when they return from injuries.

In addition, Barcelona have Xavi at risk of being reprimanded if he picks up another booking. Surprisingly, the Barça coach has picked up four bookings in La Liga so far, and if he picks up another this meaning, he will not be allowed on the sidelines against Cadiz.