Barcelona’s young midfielder, Gavi, is set to endure a lengthy spell on the sidelines, expected to be out for eight to 10 months after undergoing knee surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament and associated damage to the lateral meniscus. The 19-year-old sustained the injury while representing Spain against Georgia.
Gavi’s absence is a significant blow for Barcelona, as he will miss the remainder of the season and be unavailable for Euro 2024. The European Golden Boy awardee in 2022, Gavi has been a key player for both Barcelona and the Spanish national team this season, earning praise from coach Xavi Hernández for his passion and courage on the field.
Barcelona confirmed the success of Gavi’s surgery, conducted by Dr. Joan Carles Monllau at Hospital de Barcelona under the supervision of the club’s medical services. The midfielder’s impact has been substantial, having made 111 appearances for Barcelona since his debut in 2021, making him a pivotal figure in the team.
Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez and others have reportedly reached out to Gavi, expressing well wishes for his recovery. Barcelona faced Rayo Vallecano without Gavi, securing a 1-1 draw, and will confront FC Porto in the UEFA Champions League with hopes of securing a spot in the round of 16.
Despite the setback, Barcelona has seen the return of midfielders Pedri and Frenkie de Jong, along with captain Sergi Roberto. However, goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen is sidelined with a back problem. With upcoming crucial fixtures, including a clash against Atlético Madrid, Barcelona and coach Xavi are under pressure after a recent run of less-than-ideal results. Nonetheless, Xavi emphasizes feeling complete support from the club.