The story is over. Barcelona’s treble dream came to an end at the hands of Inter Milan. The Catalan side arguably deserved much more, but football can be cruel. On Tuesday, the sport rewarded the team that exerted the least effort—both in the match itself and throughout the knockout stages.
In a major shock to Barcelona fans, the club was eliminated from the Champions League by Inter Milan after a dramatic encounter that ended in a 4–3 aggregate defeat. Despite coming within touching distance of the final, costly defensive mistakes at crucial moments shattered the Blaugrana’s hopes of lifting the European title.
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According to reports from the Spanish newspaper El Nacional, Gavi’s future at Barcelona is becoming increasingly uncertain. What was initially viewed as a phase of consolidation following his recovery from a serious knee injury has now turned into a situation in which he remains on the fringes of Hansi Flick’s team. The young Andalusian, once a symbol of courage and intensity, has yet to recapture the influence he held prior to his injury.
Although the club insists that Flick has confidence in Gavi’s progress, the evidence on the pitch suggests otherwise. Frenkie de Jong and Pedri continue to dominate the midfield, while Dani Olmo and Fermín López have made strides in more advanced roles. As a result, Gavi currently finds himself spending more time on the bench than on the field, which limits both his ambitions and development.
Now 20 years old and a recipient of prestigious honors such as the Golden Boy award and the Copa del Rey, Gavi feels an urgent need to secure regular playing time to return to the level that once made him one of the most promising midfielders in Europe. His lack of rhythm has been especially apparent in recent matches, most notably against Milan, where he was largely overlooked.
In the midst of this uncertainty, a familiar figure has re-entered the picture: Luis Enrique. The current Paris Saint-Germain coach—who famously trusted Gavi when he was still a teenager—has resumed contact with the player. Enrique sent Gavi a clear message: at PSG, he would be a starting player, central to the project, and a key figure in the dressing room. Despite PSG reaching the Champions League final, the club is already preparing for the challenges of next season.
Enrique believes Gavi has the perfect attributes to lead a dynamic midfield: exceptional technical ability, an attacking mindset, tactical intelligence, and, above all, consistency. At Paris Saint-Germain, he would have the opportunity to flourish without the intense internal competition currently present at Barcelona.
For now, Gavi remains loyal to Barcelona. His contract runs until 2030, and he has made no public statements about leaving. However, behind the scenes, the player has begun to explore alternative options should his role remain unchanged. He understands that his career cannot withstand another season lacking continuity.
