
Sergio Busquets, at the start of his career, when he won the triplet with Barcelona.
Photo: FC Barcelona
Sergio Busquets could identify him kilometers away. His serene walk, always upright head and the ball stuck at the foot gave him away as a different player. He did not need an overflowing speed or spectacular prawns: his was an austere elegance, an invisible control that dominated time and space in the middle of the court. His style was so unique that, in the history of football, few can be compared. There has been talk of Didí, that Brazilian midfielder who marked time with technique and ductility. Also …