Young prodigy Gavi received applause and embraces from teammates upon his return to Barcelona following a heartbreaking i𝚗jᴜry suffered during international duty.
The 19-year-old Spanish international endured an ACL tear during a Euro 2024 qualifier against Georgia, leaving the pitch in agony.
Despite attempting to continue, he had to leave the game in tears, and subsequent confirmation of the need for surgery indicates a potential nine-month recovery period. Gavi’s return to Barcelona, captured in a heartwarming video titled ‘Always Gavi #EveryoneWithGavi,’ showcased the teenager being supported, applauded, hugged, and kissed by teammates and coaching staff.
Gavi, often likened to the ‘next Xavi’ for his passing skills and vision, emerged in 2021 and has since made 111 appearances for Barcelona, earning accolades like the Kopa Trophy and Golden Boy trophy.
His iđťš—já´śry is a significant setback for Barcelona, who had relied on him amid injuries to Frenkie de Jong and Pedri, although the latter has returned, and De Jong is expected to recover after the international break.
Barcelona is reportedly considering a January move for Spurs midfielder Giovani Lo Celso.