Barcelona have received a major boost after medical tests confirmed Gavi avoided a serious knee injury against Elche and could return to training soon.

Huge Gavi relief as Barcelona confirm injury diagnosis after Elche scare

Barcelona have received the news they were desperately hoping for after confirming that Gavi avoided a serious knee injury against Elche.

The midfielder was forced off during Barça’s 5-0 victory after suffering a painful blow to his right knee, immediately raising fears of another lengthy spell on the sidelines.

However, medical tests have now delivered a much more positive diagnosis.

Barcelona confirm Gavi diagnosis

Barcelona officially confirmed that Gavi suffered a contusion to his right knee.

In simple terms, the midfielder has suffered a bruise following the collision rather than a major structural injury.

The club also revealed that Gavi is expected to return to training soon.

That effectively rules out the worst-case scenarios that had concerned supporters immediately after the Elche match.

Major relief after frightening scenes

The location of the injury made the situation particularly concerning.

Gavi has previously suffered significant problems with his right knee, making the sight of him leaving the pitch in discomfort especially alarming.

Hansi Flick had already suggested after the game that the problem appeared less serious than initially feared.

The subsequent medical examinations have now supported that optimistic assessment.

Barcelona unlikely to take risks

Although Gavi could return to training shortly, Barcelona are expected to remain cautious with the midfielder.

His involvement against Athletic Club remains uncertain, with the club unlikely to take unnecessary risks so early in the season.

Reports in Spain suggest a return against Rayo Vallecano could be possible if his recovery continues without complications.

Gavi avoids nightmare scenario

The most important news for Barcelona is that there is currently no indication of another serious ligament or meniscus injury.

What initially looked like another frightening setback has instead been diagnosed as a relatively minor problem.

After the concern surrounding his exit against Elche, Barcelona and their supporters can now look forward to seeing Gavi back on the pitch much sooner than first feared.