Barcelona players directed an emotional support message to their teammate Gavi after he underwent surgery on his knee cartilage, which will keep him off the pitch for five months. According to what was published by the Spanish newspaper 'Sport', the team's players entered the stadium before the match against Real Oviedo wearing blue shirts with the phrase: 'Stay strong, Gavi' alongside the club's logo, in a gesture that reflects his significant status within the locker room.

Coach Hans Flick commented on Gavi's injury at the press conference, confirming that despite the difficulty of the surgery, it is a positive step in the long run. He said: 'It is sad news, but it is good for him personally. Now we know what to do; he is 21 years old and has a long career ahead of him. He needs to return in full fitness, as he is a professional player who lives for this club, and we will help him regain his level.'

Flick also explained that he called Gavi early in the morning and woke him up from sleep, noting that the player was in good spirits, emphasizing: 'He has the quality and fighting spirit that we need in the team.'

According to what Sport added, Gavi's troubles began after he felt pain during training following a strong preparation period. The medical staff tried to avoid surgery through conservative treatment, but ultimately surgical intervention was required to stitch the cartilage, which extended his absence to five months instead of the shorter period that was initially expected.