FC Barcelona addresses Gavi's injury and striker situation after win against Elche
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:49 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick provided updates after his team secured a 5-0 victory over Elche on August 23, 2026. Gavi left the match before halftime due to an injury to his previously operated right knee; an MRI is planned for further evaluation. Flick also discussed the potential need for a new striker after strong performances from Raphinha and Karim Adeyemi raised questions about depth up front. Alejandro Balde was omitted from the squad amid reports he might leave the club, with Flick stating that Balde needs to clear his mind before further discussions. FC Barcelona next faces Athletic Club at home on August 26, 2026.
- •Gavi leaves match with a knee injury, MRI scheduled for evaluation.
- •Raphinha and Adeyemi shine in 5-0 win over Elche.
- •Flick discusses whether Barcelona needs a new striker.
- •Balde's omission hints at possible departure; Flick addresses the situation.
- •Barcelona hosts Athletic Club next on August 26, 2026.
- 10:49 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona Coach Flick Gives Lamine, Rodri And Gavi Updates
- 10:44 PMYahoo Sports — FC Barcelona Coach Flick Gives Gavi Update And Addresses 9 And Balde Situations
"FC Barcelona boss Hansi Flick answered a question regarding Julian Alvarez while also providing updates on the statuses of Alejandro Balde, Gavi, Lamine Yamal and Rodri.
"FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick gave an update on Gavi’s injury and also addressed the number 9 situation and Alejandro Balde's after beating Elche 5-0.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 10:49 AMBarcelona Coach Flick Gives Lamine, Rodri And Gavi Updates
FC Barcelona boss Hansi Flick answered a question regarding Julian Alvarez while also providing updates on the statuses of Alejandro Balde, Gavi, Lamine Yamal and Rodri.
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 10:44 PMFC Barcelona Coach Flick Gives Gavi Update And Addresses 9 And Balde Situations
FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick gave an update on Gavi’s injury and also addressed the number 9 situation and Alejandro Balde's after beating Elche 5-0.
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