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Gavi Ruled Out of Barcelona’s Rayo Visit With Knee Discomfort

Barcelona target a Sept. 14 Valencia return, with Hansi Flick opting for caution after the midfielder reported right‑knee pain.

Soccer Football - Champions League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Borussia Dortmund v FC Barcelona - Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund, Germany - April 15, 2025 FC Barcelona's Gavi celebrates their first goal, an own goal scored by Borussia Dortmund's Ramy Bensebaini REUTERS/Thilo Schmuelgen/File Photo
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Overview

  • The Spanish Football Federation confirmed Gavi will not join Spain’s training camp for next week’s World Cup qualifiers.
  • Hansi Flick said the aim is for Gavi to be available after the international break, dependent on his progress, with Valencia the target match.
  • Barcelona travel to Vallecas on Sunday seeking a third straight league win to open their LaLiga title defense.
  • Left-back Gerard Martín has been registered with LaLiga as a first-team player and is available for selection.
  • Jules Koundé is under contract through 2030 and remains a defensive option for Vallecas, while Flick said Fermín López is expected to stay despite transfer interest.