In the match between Barcelona and Real Sociedad, one of the most striking aspects was Gavi's absence from the starting eleven. Although everything pointed to the midfielder being part of the line-up, Flick surprised by leaving the '6' on the bench for the entire 90 minutes.
His unexpected benching caused a stir among fans, who were expecting to see him in action after several matches with little prominence. At the end of the match, which ended with a resounding 4-0 victory for Barça, Flick was asked about the player's situation. He explained that an indisposition had been the cause of his absence.
"We considered having Gavi play, but he had a fever the day before and wasn't feeling well", argued the German coach.
However, his justification hasn't convinced everyone. Especially because the player warmed up on the sidelines. This has led some to think that his absence might be due to a technical decision rather than a physical problem.
The Decline in His Prominence
Beyond Flick's explanation, the truth is that Gavi's role in the team has been notably decreasing in recent weeks. The homegrown player has already gone three consecutive matches without being a starter and, in the two most recent ones, he hasn't even come off the bench.
This situation contrasts with his usual role in the team, where he has always been a key piece. However, the tough competition in the midfield has complicated his situation. Dani Olmo, for example, has taken advantage of his opportunities and earned a spot in the starting line-up.
All this has caused speculation about Gavi's future. Although the player has expressed his love for Barça on several occasions, it is not out of the question that he might seek a way out if his situation doesn't improve by the end of the season.
A European Giant Is Interested in Him
Amid the uncertainty about his continuity at Camp Nou, several clubs have started to probe his situation. Gavi is a young player with projection and proven quality, making him an attractive target for teams looking to strengthen their midfield.
According to E-Notícies, the team that has shown the most interest so far is Paris Saint-Germain. The French team, led by Luis Enrique, would be willing to present an offer of 80 million to acquire the services of the blaugrana midfielder.
PSG, with its great economic capacity and ambition in the transfer market, sees Gavi as an opportunity to strengthen its squad with a player of talent and guaranteed future. The Spaniard's situation at Barça could facilitate negotiations, although the Catalan club has always been reluctant to part with its great promises.
For now, Gavi's future remains hanging in the air, but one thing is certain: his loss of prominence hasn't gone unnoticed, and there are clubs willing to take advantage of the situation.