According to the Spanish newspaper ‘‘El Nacional‘‘, Barcelona’s victory over Atlético Madrid was not just an epic triumph but also confirmation of something that had been echoing throughout the team’s dressing room: Gavi was no longer a regular in Hansi Flick’s starting lineup.
The German coach once again opted for Dani Olmo in midfield, stating that the team’s starting lineup, which includes prominent stars, had no place for Gavi. Despite being one of Barcelona’s most popular players, his role in the team has begun to diminish in recent weeks, and this trend appears set to continue.
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The 20-year-old Gavi has long been a mainstay for Barcelona thanks to his enthusiasm, energy, and ability to communicate with his teammates. However, Hansi Flick’s arrival as coach, along with the outstanding performances of the other midfielders, has relegated Gavi to the bench. In the Atlético match, Gavi only played a few minutes towards the end, sparking controversy among fans.
There’s intense competition in midfield, with Dani Olmo, Pedri, and Frenkie de Jong performing brilliantly, and Flick appears to have selected these four players to start important matches. Meanwhile, Gavi’s form has declined recently, and his lack of playing time hasn’t helped him regain his best form.
Hansi Flick holds Gavi in high regard, but he insists that the team’s interests come first. Despite the impressive performances of Dani Olmo and the rest of the midfield, Flick doesn’t appear ready to change his starting lineup at this time. Furthermore, the German coach believes Gavi needs to regain his confidence and fitness, which will be difficult to achieve if he continues to sit on the bench.
The problem is that Gavi isn’t a player who is used to being a substitute. His competitive spirit and passion for the game have made him a key member of the team, but the lack of playing time has begun to affect his morale. The youngster realizes that if he wants to regain his place in the starting lineup, he must take advantage of every opportunity on the pitch.
