Valverde's departure, a chance for Arthur Melo?

Ernesto Valverde's departure was generally well-received in the Barcelona environment. Despite some complaints about how the events took place, most reactions were positive after the numerous criticisms Barça had gotten under Valverde. 

The Spaniard left the Barcelona bench after two full seasons and a fair share of titles, which in other teams would have been more than enough reason to keep him around, but the expectations for Barcelona are clearly above any other team. 

Many players will benefit from the change in the bench, including Arthur Melo, one of Valverde's sidelined men after a year and a half in the team. 

The Brazilian midfielder arrived at the club in the summer of 2018, becoming a fan favourite for his style of play and his ability to fit into the Barcelona philosophy. 

His great deal of ball control, tactical intelligence and his ability to fit in were bound to make the Camp Nou crowds happy, but the former Gremio man never quite got his act together with Valverde.

Despite starting this campaign on the right track, Arthur was not consistent in the Catalan side's first team and his setbacks with the coaching staff were constant.

His attitude outside of the pitch - most notably a snowboarding trip and his attendance to Neymar's party - also gave him a bad reputation in the coaching team's eyes. 

Now, he's got a chance to prove himself again, but can he show fans that their devotion is worth it?