At Barça, La Masia has historically been recognized as one of the most prolific academies in the world. In this sense, names like Lamine Yamal or Fermín have once again put it at the center of media attention due to their tremendous talent.
However, the importance of La Masia goes far beyond football talent. It is a training project that transmits values, identity, and a unique style of understanding soccer.
Players who feel the colors
One of the great secrets of La Masia's success is the sense of belonging it cultivates in its players. From a young age, academy players dream of reaching the first team, and when they achieve it, they do so with a level of commitment that's hard to match. This translates into an emotional involvement that goes beyond the professional.
That's why, when a player trained at La Masia manages to establish himself in the first team, he does so with a special connection to the fans and the jersey. That loyalty can't be bought or trained; it's forged over years and with the feeling of representing something bigger than oneself.
Gavi's unbreakable commitment
A perfect example of all this is Gavi. Even though this last season he didn't have as much prominence as in previous campaigns, his commitment to the club has remained intact. The Andalusian midfielder has shown on more than one occasion that his only goal is to succeed wearing the blaugrana jersey.
Neither the lack of minutes nor the internal competition have made Gavi consider his future outside Barça. On the contrary, his determination is even greater. His competitive character, his dedication in every training session, and his identification with the values make him a very special piece within the locker room.
Loyal to Barça
That level of commitment becomes even more evident knowing that Gavi has receivedtwo important offers: one from the Premier League and another from Serie A. Any other player, faced with more lucrative financial proposals or promises of immediate prominence, might've seriously considered them.
The young academy player is clear that his only goal is to succeed at Barça. He wants to keep fighting to earn a place in Flick's starting eleven and become a reference in the new cycle that's beginning. In times when loyalty is scarce, Gavi represents the soul of La Masia.