Big boost for Barcelona: The injured star is close to returning as he takes part in an intense training match
Barcelona midfield sensation Gavi has made significant strides in his recovery from a long-term cruciate ligament injury, as reported by World of Sports.
The 20-year-old, who has been out of action since November last year, took part in an intense training match on Wednesday under the watchful eye of coach Hansi Flick.
This session marked a critical step in Gavi's rehabilitation process, as he participated in a 40-45 minute game alongside other first team players who were not called up for international duty, and also members of Barcelona Atletic.
Gavi has missed 50 games since his injury, and his return to the field offers a huge boost to Barcelona, who currently lead La Liga by three points ahead of rivals Real Madrid.
The Catalan club have been hit hard by injuries to several key players, including Marc-André ter Stegen, Ronald Araujo, Frenkie de Jong, Fermin Lopez and Dani Olmo. Despite these setbacks,
Flick has managed to keep Barcelona at the top of the league, and Gavi's return will add much-needed depth and creativity to the midfield.
Gavi's return will bring much-needed depth and creativity to the midfield, just in time for Barcelona's upcoming crucial games. His recovery is seen as a timely boost for the team, adding to the optimism surrounding the rest of the season.