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Gavi rejects Manchester United bid, opts to stay at Barcelona

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:35 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Gavi rejects Manchester United bid, opts to stay at Barcelona

Summary

Barcelona midfielder Gavi has declined Manchester United's transfer offer, expressing his desire to remain at Camp Nou. Despite United's willingness to meet Barcelona's £35 million valuation, the 22-year-old, a World Cup winner with Spain, is focused on continuing his career with his current club. This decision marks another setback for United as they search for reinforcements in midfield amid a lack of significant transfer activity this summer. With Gavi under contract until 2030, United will need to explore other options to strengthen their squad.

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•Gavi has been a Barcelona player since age 11.
•He has made 119 league appearances since his debut in 2021.
•Gavi was part of Spain's squad that won the FIFA World Cup this summer.
•Manchester United has signed Karl Darlow on a free transfer.
•Time is pressing for United to sign additional midfielders.

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6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester United Gavi transfer bid fails as Barcelona midfielder chooses Camp Nou

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Barcelona midfielder Gavi has snubbed Manchester United's interest, with the Spanish FIFA World Cup winner wanting to remain at the Camp Nou as the Red Devils search for a third midfield signing
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