Gavi sends messages to Barcelona fans upon his return to play | OneFootball

FC Barcelona thrashed Sevilla 5-1 at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium last night, and the victory was made even sweeter when Gavi stepped onto the pitch in the 83rd minute after spending almost eleven months on the sidelines.

The 20-year-old midfielder tore his anterior cruciate ligament on the 20th of November 2023 while playing for Spain and had to undergo knee surgery to recover from this severe injury. The 2022 Golden Boy Award winner has now fully recovered from this injury and made his return to the pitch against Sevilla.

In addition to the victory over the Andalusians, Gavi’s return to the pitch was made even more special by a heartfelt gesture from Pedri, who handed him the captain’s armband when Hansi Flick decided to substitute the Canary Islander for Gavi.

The Spanish midfielder’s return was a poignant moment for both his teammates and fans, who have stood by him throughout his challenging recovery period and have eagerly awaited his comeback.

After the game, as highlighted by the official X account of FC Barcelona, Gavi expressed his gratitude to his supporters with a heartfelt message, acknowledging their unwavering encouragement and sharing his happiness about the victory against Sevilla:

“Culers, thank you very much for all your support today. I am very happy to be back and happy about the win as well! Now time to win our next game. Love you all!

Gavi’s return to the pitch is a promising development for FC Barcelona, but it will take time before he reaches his pre-injury level. Given that he has been sidelined for an extended period, it’s essential to approach his comeback with caution.

The club, along with Hansi Flick’s staff, will carefully manage Gavi’s playing time to prevent any potential relapses or setbacks, despite his tenacious nature and eagerness to play.