Gavi improves and Barça breathes: arthroscopy moves away and points to PSG

In recent days, Gavi has registered a notable improvement in the discomfort in the internal meniscus of the right knee. As of today, the option of going through the operating room through arthroscopy is fading, always with the utmost caution of the medical services. This is advanced by AS, which describes a substantial change in the sensations of the midfielder of Fútbol Club Barcelona and in the positive response to conservative treatment.

After a start to recovery with doubts and negative sensations, the Spanish international barely notices any pain and could start field work soon. In the locker room they remain calm: the plan is to go day by day and increase the load only if the joint responds without setbacks. With this scenario, the player could get closer to the dynamics of the first team heading into October 1, date of the Barcelona–PSG Champions League match, scheduled at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.

Evolution of Gavi's injury: from the initial scare to the positive response

Fútbol Club Barcelona announced at the end of August that Gavi was suffering from discomfort in his right knee, without detailing deadlines. Since then, the focus has been on the internal meniscus of the same knee operated on in 2023 (cruciate rupture). The evolution was uncertain for several days, with the scenario of an arthroscopy on the table if the pain did not subside. Today, however, the trend is favorable and the surgical plan is losing strength.

The key has been the response to conservative treatment: pain control, decreased inflammation and tolerance to increasing loads. This progress allows us to think about a gradual reincorporation to the field, starting with continuous running, gentle changes of direction and technical gestures without impact, always under daily monitoring.

When could Gavi play again? October 1 against PSG

De la Fuente believes that Gavi could go through surgery again

At the club they don't want to set a return date or pressure the player. The slogan is clear: if the progress is consolidated, Gavi could add group minutes and arrive in conditions for the Barcelona–PSG on October 1, match of the league phase of the Champions League.

In parallel, the club confirmed that this European duel will be played at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys for logistical and administrative reasons linked to the return to the Spotify Camp Nou. A context that does not alter the plan with the midfielder: absolute caution and zero risks in decision-making.

What does avoiding arthroscopy mean for Gavi

That the arthroscopy moves away is great news for Barça and for the player himself. An intervention, although minor, would have involved several weeks off and a readjustment of the competitive calendar.

Conservative management allows preserving the pace of work and, if there are no relapses, shorten the deadlines within medical prudence. The final decision will always depend on the clinical response and the player's sensations in each step of the plan.

Conservative plan and daily control

• The protocol prioritizes progressive loads, specific strengthening and frequent functional tests. If the knee tolerates running, supports and changes of direction without pain or effusion, the exercises with the ball and partial integration into collective tasks will be given. Any warning sign (sharp pain, instability or reactive inflammation) would stop the process immediately.

Return of Gavi: sporting impact for Barça

The return of Gavi would reinforce Hansi Flick's midfield in a demanding stretch of the calendar. The energy, aggressiveness and tactical reading of the youth squad player are differential in pressure after loss, divided duels and arrival in the area.

With the team alternating scenarios —LaLiga and Champions League—, his presence would allow expanding rotations and qualifying profiles depending on the moment and the rival. Meanwhile, the coaching staff will continue managing minutes and roles of the rest of the midfielders, waiting to confirm if Gavi can accelerate his return without risk. The competitive photograph of Barça from October would gain depth if the ’6’ reappears in full form.

If these milestones are met, the scenario of avoiding surgery will be consolidated and the goal of being available for PSG will gain integers. For the moment, the club and the player's environment maintain prudence as a rule, aware that any relapse would reopen the door to the operating room.

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