Ernesto Valverde says returning to Barcelona’s possession-based
roots is more important than which formation he uses.
Barca adopted a more expansive style under Luis Enrique and
switched to a 3-4-3 formation towards the end of the Asturians’s reign, but
critics argued their trademark ability of controlling games was lost as a
result.
“The 4-3-3 is a formation that Barcelona have used for some time
now,” the Blaugrana’s new Coach answered in a Q&A session on Barca TV.
“It’s true that it’s not exclusive as they’ve played with a
3-4-3 and even 4-2-3-1 at times, but, regardless of the formation, what should
prevail is their style of play, which is what has marked the legend of this
team.
“It’s true that the formation helps, but the style isn’t marked
exclusively by the formation.
“In recent years, when they’ve had more success, their way of playing
has been based on their creative midfielders.
“That style is the one I have to adapt to, despite already
knowing it, and in doing so, I have to persevere with it and then give it my
own, personal touch.”
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