Barcelona‘s young midfielder Gavi will be sidelined for up to five months following knee surgery, as announced by the club. The 21-year-old underwent arthroscopy to repair a meniscus injury in his right knee. Despite attempts to treat the injury through rehabilitation, the pain worsened, making surgery necessary.
Gavi is expected to return to the team only at the beginning of 2026. He had previously missed a long period in 2023 due to an injury to the cruciate ligament in the same knee. This new injury is a significant setback for both Barcelona and the Spain national team.
His absence highlights the shortage of midfield players for Barcelona. Additionally, with Spain preparing for the 2026 World Cup, Gavi’s injury raises concerns for the team’s readiness.