FC Barcelona achieved a comeback victory against Real Valladolid, but the match was marred by a concerning injury to Gavi. The young midfielder, who started the game, had to be substituted in the 79th minute due to physical discomfort, signaling for help while clutching his right leg.
On the field, Gavi was seen lying down and touching his right hamstring, clearly in pain and requesting medical assistance. The substitution was promptly made, with Eric García coming on in his place. Fortunately, Gavi returned to the sidelines shortly after, accompanied by a medical staff member, which suggested that his injury might not be as severe as initially feared.
This latest setback occurs just before the crucial upcoming match against Inter Milan, amplifying the worry about Gavi’s fitness. The Estadio José Zorrilla has not been kind to him in the past, as it was the location of his previous serious injury, a torn cruciate ligament that sidelined him for many months.
This season has not been the most favorable for Gavi since making his first-team debut. His prior injury has limited him to just 27% of the available minutes in La Liga, participating in 21 matches with only one goal and one assist. His overall playing time across competitions stands at 1,405 minutes, further impacting his place in the national team under coach Luis de la Fuente, where he was once a mainstay.
Despite these challenges, there remains a glimmer of hope. Gavi’s return to the bench suggests that he might recover swiftly, and with his talent, there’s optimism for a strong comeback in the future. Fans are hopeful that he can regain his form and contribute significantly in upcoming fixtures.