Valverde is taking his time to bring in new Barcelona signings LaLiga Santander - Barcelona Played little part so far

Ernesto Valverde is not a coach that likes to take unnecessary risks, and this season like last he is preferring to be prudent, at least with signings.

Barcelona have spent a total of only 127 million euros on Lenglet, Arthur, Vidal and Malcom, and he has barely used them so far this season.

None have been starters against Alaves or Valladolid with Valverde putting his trust in last season's players. He made one change for Saturday's game with Coutinho coming in for Semedo.

With Valverde being cautious, he has not been quick to bring in replacements and while none of the signings have had much of a role so far, only Vidal has featured in both LaLiga Santander games so far with a total of 21 minutes played. Malcom played six minutes against Valladolid, Arthur had 13 against Alaves and Lenglet is yet to make his debut in the league.

In the coming matches they will have more of a role to play and the next match against Huesca is a good opportunity to try them out.