This week, more information about the anticipated role that young Gavi will play in the setup for new Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick will be revealed. Naturally, Gavi is currently sidelined for an extended period of time. A major knee injury sustained late last year while playing for Spain on the international stage is partially to blame. The 19-year-old has been undergoing a rigorous recuperation procedure throughout this period, and he is anticipated to return to action in October or November.
Though Gavi’s return is still a ways off, plans seem to be in the works for his inclusion in Hansi Flick’s starting lineup. Gavi is anticipated to be given a prominent role during his benching in the capital of Catalunya by new Barca headmaster Flick, who firmly believes in the all-action stylings of his midfield talent. Additionally, according to a Mundo Deportivo report, a deep-lying role in the center of the park appears to be in the cards.
The German strategist has previously stated that he plans to utilize his go-to 4-2-3-1 formation in Barcelona.
Furthermore, Gavi is thought to be the ideal choice to replace him as one of the two “pivots” in this formation: “With another player with his profile, they see Gavi as the perfect fit to adapt to that more backward position in the club and in the player’s own environment.” Furthermore, the Spaniard himself is keen to play a pivotal part for the Blaugrana on both sides of the ball and is ready for trying his hand at this position.