Nico Barella... or should I say Luka Modrić?!

16/06/2023

Let's cut to the chase - Nico Barella is a superstar talent.

However, despite that fact, I was initially doubtful of his profile because of his perceived lack of physicality. As an outside #8 for a Conte or an Inzaghi 3-5-2, athleticism is a prerequisite to succeed, and Barella doesn't initially come across as a big physical presence.

That in tandem with …