Barcelona fans may see star midfielder Gavi return to the starting lineup this Saturday as the team takes on Celta Vigo in La Liga. The young midfielder has been steadily recovering from a serious knee injury and is reportedly close to reclaiming his spot in the XI at Balaidos.
Gavi’s journey back to full fitness has seen him feature as a substitute in recent games. Now, according to reports from **RAC1**, the 19-year-old is “on the verge” of making his first start since the injury. However, it’s unlikely he will play the full 90 minutes, as Barcelona continues to manage his recovery carefully.
Head coach Hansi Flick faces a series of lineup decisions ahead of the match. While young sensation Lamine Yamal remains sidelined with an injury, the team is expected to have Robert Lewandowski back in action.
Flick will also assess the fitness of several key players who recently returned from international duty, including Dani Olmo, Pedri, Marc Casado, and Raphinha. Managing player freshness will be crucial as Barcelona aims to maintain momentum in their domestic campaign.
Frenkie de Jong is another player to watch, as his fitness remains uncertain after he returned early from international duty with the Netherlands. Despite concerns, the midfielder is expected to be available for selection on Saturday, providing Flick with a valuable option in the center of the park.
Barcelona will be eager to secure a win against Celta Vigo as they push to climb the La Liga table. With Gavi’s potential return and a relatively healthy squad, fans have reason to be optimistic about the team’s performance this weekend.
Stay tuned for updates on Gavi’s progress and Barcelona’s starting lineup as the Blaugrana prepare for what promises to be an exciting match at Balaidos.