Gavi faces limited playing time under Hansi Flick at Barcelona

Barcelona midfielder Gavi is experiencing a significant reduction in playing time under head coach Hansi Flick. Reports indicate the 22-year-old has struggled to secure minutes, accumulating only 191 minutes across seven matches this season, with only two starts.

This lack of involvement was particularly noted during Barcelona’s 6-1 victory over Alavés, where Gavi remained on the bench despite the large margin. Competition in the midfield has intensified following the arrival of Rodri, alongside established players such as Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, and Fermín López.

Hansi Flick has addressed the situation by citing the need for squad rotations and the presence of multiple tactical options. While the relationship between the player and the coach is reportedly positive, Gavi’s transition from a central figure under previous managers to a rotational player has become a point of discussion in Spanish media.