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Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova has lashed out at Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho for overlooking Real Madrid�s youngsters to play Michael Essien at left-back. Mourinho has come under intensed scrutiny for his preference of Michael Essien to Nacho Fernandez for the left-back slot. But the former Chelsea boss has insisted the Spanish youngster is a center-back while maintaining Essien remains his best option. However, Barcelona boss believes Mourinho is not brave enough to risk playing young and inexperienced in Madrid games.�Controversy in Madrid about lack of academy players? I only know how we work and it�s also a matter of courage to give them chances,� he told reporters. Essien reverted to his familiar holding midfield role in the 4-1 fourth round Copa del Rey win over Alcoyano.