Barcelona has shared some tough news for their fans: young star Gavi is now expected to be out of action until early 2026. This comes after he had another surgery on his knee, which has been a source of problems for him for some time.
Gavi’s journey back to the field has hit another roadblock. The 21-year-old, who first suffered a serious cruciate ligament tear in 2023, recently needed an operation to fix a meniscus issue in the same knee. This latest procedure adds to his recovery time, meaning a long wait for his return.
🤕 A Necessary Operation
Barcelona confirmed that Gavi underwent an arthroscopy to repair his medial meniscus. The club stated that the surgery was successful, but it will take about four to five months for him to recover from this specific procedure alone.
🕰️ The Long Wait Continues
Gavi hasn’t played since August, as the team had initially hoped to treat his latest knee problem without surgery. Unfortunately, this wasn’t possible. This setback, combined with his recovery from the previous major injury, now pushes his estimated return to early 2026.
🇪🇸 A Big Loss for Club and Country
Gavi’s extended absence is a significant blow for both Barcelona and the Spanish national team. With Spain expected to be a strong contender at the 2026 World Cup, everyone will be hoping his recovery goes smoothly so he can be back to his best form.
