Valverde's options to replace Dembele

According to Spanish newspaper 'AS', Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde could bring Philippe Coutinho back into the starting line-up. But it is unclear whether he will be playing in midfield, or as part of an attacking trident.

In this sense, 'AS' believes Valverde could bring back a 4-4-2 formation to revitalize central midfield and better contain Lyon's potent attack.

Coutinho is also being touted for a possible move to central midfield, where he could play alongside Arturo Vidal. Although these options are possible, it appears more likely that Coutinho will form part of an attacking trident with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez.