It is no secret that FC Barcelona are back to relying on their roots to progress with their various objectives. Steering away from the grand signings that became infamous during the tenure of Josep Maria Bartomeu, and returning to their academy roots, Barcelona are once again relying on La Masia.
Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez are two of the latest additions to the first team from the academy and have been delivering performance after performance of crucial importance to the Barcelona cause, something that has both the coaching staff and the fans of Barca pleased with them.
Reliable outlet for Barcelona
However, one name that should not be forgotten in the midst of all this is that of 19-year-old Pablo Gavi. According to Spanish outlet SPORT, the player has gradually become the most reliable interior in the team and has been giving consistently impressive performances for Barcelona.
Relentless determination
Running the most across the game with over 11 km under his belt, Gavi was relentless for Barcelona and showcased not just his determination but also his technical brilliance across his entire performance against Sevilla.
Despite not being the most physically imposing, Gavi was constantly attempting to win duels and ensured that Barcelona stayed in the game. A particular moment of defensive brilliance from him stopped Lucas Ocampos from possibly putting Sevilla ahead of Xavi’s men.
Technically brilliant
With an 85% accuracy when it came to his passing, as well as creating two chances, and a 100% accuracy when it came to his long ball distribution, Gavi was immaculate in terms of his overall performance and was one of the few highlights from Barcelona in the game against Sevilla.
Given the injuries to both Pedri and Frenkie De Jong, Gavi has become instrumental and undisputed for Xavi Hernandez. The Barcelona academy youngster is now arguably the most reliable outlet in midfield with his partner Ilkay Gundogan still in the transitioning phase of his adaptation to Barca.
