Barcelona's Gavi Set for Return vs Sevilla After Injury

Barcelona midfielder Gavi is poised for his first competitive appearance in nearly seven months when the La Liga leaders host Sevilla at Spotify Camp Nou on Sunday. The 21-year-old Spain international received medical clearance this week after recovering from a meniscus tear in his right knee, an injury sustained during training in August that required arthroscopic surgery.

Gavi's absence has spanned most of the 2025-26 season, limiting him to just two early La Liga outings against Mallorca and Levante. The procedure, performed on September 23, revealed more extensive damage than initially anticipated, extending his rehabilitation to four or five months. He rejoined full team training in late February and traveled with the squad to Newcastle United's St. James' Park for last week's Champions League last-16 first leg, which ended in a 1-1 draw, though he remained an unused substitute.

Head coach Hansi Flick expressed optimism about Gavi's return while emphasizing a gradual reintegration. "He's available. I'm happy. Maybe he's also available for some minutes," Flick told reporters on Saturday. "It's good to have him back, and you can see in the training his dynamic. I like what I...