Gavi holds talks over Chelsea transfer but desperate Barcelona boss Xavi warns ‘I don’t think he would be happy’
BARCELONA boss Xavi has warned Gavi the grass is not always greener amid reports linking him with a transfer to Chelsea.
Gavi was rewarded with his first contract at the Nou Camp which would keep him at Barcelona until 2026.
But the Catalan giants have been forced to remove him from their registration of first team players due to their ongoing financial issues.
Consequently, the teenager may now leave as a free agent in the summer.
Chelsea have reportedly been in talks with Gavi’s representatives over a potential deal, with one report suggesting Todd Boehly is willing to make him one of the Premier League’s highest earners.
However, Xavi is desperate to keep the 2022 Kopa Trophy winner and he has questioned whether a move away from Barcelona would be right for him.
When asked about Gavi leaving, he said: “I don’t think Gavi would be happy at another club.
“He has everything here. He is 18 years old. He’s a key player of our team.
“For me, he’s a footballer that is outstanding.
“I don’t know what he’ll decide but I think his future is here at the club.”
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Gavi has featured 40 times in all competitions for Barcelona this season, including 27 times in La Liga.
He also starred at the World Cup and became the youngest goalscorer at the tournament for Spain with his effort against Costa Rica.