Xavi Espart names Joao Cancelo as his most impressive player
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 1:15 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Xavi Espart, the 19-year-old Barcelona player, has started all five of the club’s La Liga matches this season. In a recent interview, he cited Joao Cancelo as the player who impresses him most due to Cancelo's attacking abilities and versatility. Espart himself has transitioned from a midfielder at La Masia to primarily playing as a left-back under coach Hansi Flick. Espart expressed gratitude for his opportunities and detailed his aspirations with Barcelona, including a desire to compete successfully in the Champions League.
- •Xavi Espart has started all five La Liga matches this season.
- •Espart admires Joao Cancelo for his attacking versatility.
- •He transitioned from midfielder to left-back under Hansi Flick.
- •Espart aims to win the Champions League with Barcelona.
- 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Xavi Espart names Barcelona player who impresses him most: ‘Best attacking abilities’
"Xavi Espart has barely had time to process his own rise at Barcelona.The 19-year-old entered the summer as a promising La Masia player and emerged from pre-season as a genuine first-team option. He h...
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