The 19-year-old midfielder Gavi has been a vital player for both his country, Spain, and his club, Barcelona, in 2022 or so. The youngster had been in decent form and performing consistently at the club as well as at the international level.
In the 2023-2024 season so far, Gavi has played a total of 15 games for FC Barcelona. He has turned up with two goals and one assist in these matches. His number might not be that prolific to read into, but his presence in the central-midfield area has elevated the performances of both Spain and Barcelona in recent times.
However, according to the reports, the 19-year-old suffered an injury during Spain’s recent UEFA Euro Qualifier match against Georgia. Spain’s number nine had to be substituted off the field in the first half of the match after catching an apparent leg injury.
Gavi had to be substituted off after suffering an apparent leg injury vs. Georgia. pic.twitter.com/wzb7VvUaiR
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) November 19, 2023
The reports further indicate that the midfielder’s injury was an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. Reportedly, the Spain international player was devastated by the injury. After being substituted during the match due to the injury, he was crying in the changing room.
Spain’s manager, Luis de la Fuente, had something to say about his player’s injury. While Speaking to the reporters the manager stated, “It was a very difficult moment for Gavi, Barcelona, the national team, and for me”. He further inferred that Gavi’s injury seemed like a lost match for the team.
Luis de la Fuente expressed, “This (the injury) is the ugly part of football (soccer), I am very sorry”. The 62-year-old insisted that they should wait for any further confirmations regarding the injury. Despite Spain beating Georgia 3-1, the veteran manager expressed, “This is the most bitter victory I have ever experienced in my life,” he pressingly stated.
Gavi might miss the remainder of the 2023-2024 season after the recent injury
As per recent reports, Gavi might be sidelined for the remainder of the 2023-2024 season after his ACL injury. The report (by GOAL) states that after the recent tests, it is hinted that the midfielder has suffered an ACL tear.
As in most cases, this sort of injury takes an adequate amount of time to heal. The procedure might include surgery (depending on the extent of the injury), followed by the recovery period. Reports term that the player may be out of contention for a period of six to nine months.
The youngster has been a prominent feature in Barcelona’s starting eleven this season. His injury will dent Barca’s decent run of form in the ongoing La Liga season. Also, his national side, Spain, would be forced to consider alternatives to replace him.