Hansi Flick discusses Gavi's limited playing time at Barcelona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Hansi Flick addressed Gavi’s lack of minutes at Barcelona, citing a recent knee injury as a factor. Since returning to the squad, Gavi has played only seven minutes across matches, competing with several midfielders for playing time. Flick emphasized the need for squad rotation and expressed confidence that Gavi would receive more opportunities as the season progresses. He highlighted Gavi's strong training and ambition to contribute to the team.
- •Gavi suffered a knee injury after starting the opener against Elche.
- •He has only played seven minutes since returning to the squad.
- •Barça's midfield competition includes Rodri, Pedri, Fermín López, Marc Bernal, and Dani Olmo.
- •Flick plans to rotate players and distribute minutes throughout the season.
- •Gavi is training well and is expected to get more chances.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — ‘We need everyone’ – Hansi Flick talks Gavi’s lack of minutes at Barcelona
"The midfielder hasn’t played much since the opener
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