Key Player Gavi Sees Stars Align for Barcelona’s Champions League Run
Some great news ahead of Sunday’s match against Sevilla.
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - JULY 31: Gavi of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his side’s sixth goal during the pre-season friendly between FC Seoul and FC Barcelona at Seoul World Cup Stadium on July 31, 2025 in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by Han Myung-Gu/Getty Images) | Getty Images Barcelona midfielder Gavi has finally been given the green light to return to action after recovering from knee surgery. Gavi’s been with the squad for a little while now, travelling to Newcastle in midweek with the squad for their Champions League tie, and have now been given clearance to resume action.
The 21-year-old has not played since August after suffering another knee injury which subsequently required surgery and saw him sidelined for a long spell once again. However, he’s now back and will be able to play a part in the final few months of the season. Our No.
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com/HS7BltFf8r — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 14, 2026 Gavi will therefore be in the squad for Sunday’s game against Sevilla in La Liga at Camp Nou and may get a few minutes off the bench. Yet there’s no doubt that Barcelona will be cautious with the midfielder after such a long spell out and due to his recent injury history. Welcome back, Gavi!