Gavi is Hungry for More: Barcelona Star Eyes Bigger Role Next Season
Gavi’s comeback hasn’t been easy, but the young midfielder is set to shine. A brutal knee injury in November 2023, suffered while playing for Spain, kept him off the field for nearly a year. Recovery was slow, guided by Barcelona’s medical team and surgeon Joan Carles Monllau. For any player, this injury would sting. For Gavi, a guy who plays with pure passion, it was a tough break in his rising career.
His return on October 21, 2024, lit up the Montjuïc crowd, filling in for Camp Nou. Gavi subbed in for eight minutes against Sevilla, wearing the captain’s armband and feeling the fans’ love. Things had shifted during his absence. Xavi Hernández, his coach when he got hurt, was gone, replaced by Hansi Flick. The German coach backed Gavi from the start, tracking his recovery and showing faith with hugs during games and practices.
Gavi has steadily found his groove since coming back. He logged 1,688 minutes across 42 matches, scoring three goals and adding three assists. Starting 20 of those games was impressive, especially after such a long layoff and battling midfield stars like Pedri and Frenkie de Jong for spots. Gavi didn’t run the season, but he showed he can still compete at the top. His story is far from over; it’s just heating up.
The season is done, Gavi’s now on a break. He joined Luis de la Fuente’s Spain squad for the Nations League Finals, playing a few minutes against France. His goal is clear: return stronger when preseason kicks off on July 13th. Winning three trophies with Barcelona this year has sparked his drive, but he knows he can give more. The La Masia kid is ready to prove next season belongs to him.
Hansi Flick views Gavi as an important player for the future. Unlike Ronald Koeman or Xavi, Flick plays him deeper, near where Pedri and De Jong roam. This new role is a test, but also a chance to become a more complete midfielder. Young talents like Marc Bernal and Marc Casadó are pushing for minutes, making the midfield fight fierce. Gavi, who renewed his contract earlier this year, thrives on competition, and his next chapter promises to be filled with fire and heart.
