Barcelona is facing a possible injury to their midfielder Gavi, who injured his right knee during the match against Elche CF. The injury occurred in the 43rd minute of the match, when Gavi went down to the ground after a fortuitous play.
What happened?
Gavi had debuted as a starter this season and was having a very characteristic match, showing a lot of intensity and no fear of getting into the play. However, the injury could be a problem for Hansi Flick's team, who already has Frenkie de Jong injured.
Why is it important?
Gavi's injury could affect Barcelona's lineup in the next matches, especially if it is confirmed to be serious. Hansi Flick's team already has Rodri Hernández as a reinforcement, but Gavi's injury could be an additional problem.
What's next?
Barcelona is waiting for the medical report to know if the change was due to precaution or if Gavi couldn't continue due to the injury. Meanwhile, the team is preparing for their next match, with a 9-point lead in the La Liga table, after finishing last season in first place with 79 points, 26 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses in 31 games, and a streak of 5 consecutive wins. Barcelona's next match is against Athletic Club, on February 28, 2027, away from home.
