Xavi develops tactical blueprint to halt Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr

Barcelona’s manager, Xavi Hernandez, is concerned about the danger presented by Real Madrid’s winger, Vinicius Junior, and has made extensive efforts to devise the most effective strategy to contain the Brazilian.

In the crucial ‘El Clasico’ showdown on Saturday, where the Catalans will host their arch-rivals, Real Madrid, the 24-year-old forward is poised to be a pivotal figure in Carlo Ancelotti’s squad.

According to reports, Xavi is reportedly strategizing to deploy central defender Ronald Araujo as a right-back to counter Vinicius’s threat, given the injury woes affecting his team, especially with Jules Kounde ruled out of the game.

The Uruguayan defender, typically a center-back, has previously excelled in his encounters with the Real Madrid attacker when deployed in the right-back position.

Vinicius was sidelined for more than a month this season because of a hamstring injury. However, the Brazilian is now back in action and is determined to make an impact against Barcelona, who are missing several key players.