Liverpool target Barcelona's Gavi in £35m deal amid Mac Allister uncertainty

Liverpool are interested in signing Barcelona midfielder Gavi for £35 million, according to Fichajes. The 22-year-old is seen as a potential replacement for Alexis Mac Allister, whose future at Anfield is uncertain amid links with Real Madrid and a contract nearing expiry.

  • Player: Gavi (Barcelona)
  • Fee: £35 million
  • Buyer: Liverpool
  • Context: Alexis Mac Allister's future uncertain, linked with Real Madrid
  • Status: Interest, per Fichajes

Deal details

Liverpool have identified Gavi as a key target for next year's transfer windows, with the report suggesting the Reds are keen on the Barcelona midfielder. The 22-year-old has fallen down the pecking order at Camp Nou under Hansi Flick, with Dani Olmo, Fermin Lopez, Frenkie de Jong, Pedri and Rodri all ahead of him. Barcelona are unlikely to stand in his way and have valued him at £35 million in the recent past. Gavi's struggle with fitness problems means his price tag could reduce further.

Injury and availability

Gavi has struggled with fitness problems in recent years, which could affect his price tag. No specific return date is given in the source.

Why Gavi fits Iraola's Liverpool midfield rebuild

Gavi is one of La Masia's most impressive recent products, and his reduced role at Barcelona is down to the sheer quality and depth in their midfield, coupled with injury setbacks. At £35 million, he represents a differential signing for Liverpool, offering a different profile to their current options. Andoni Iraola's high-intensity system would value Gavi's contagious work-rate and attitude. He works relentlessly to make tackles and interceptions, fearlessly enters physical duels, and helps press the opposition. In possession, he can hold the ball well due to his short height, resist pressure, receive on the turn, and intelligently exchange short passes to dictate the flow. The likelihood of playing regularly at Anfield may also appeal to the midfielder, who could be open to joining the Reds in 2027.

Talking points

  • Is Gavi worth the risk given his injury record, or should Liverpool look elsewhere for midfield depth?
  • Would selling Mac Allister to Real Madrid and signing Gavi represent a net upgrade for Liverpool?
  • Can Gavi adapt to the physical demands of the Premier League after limited minutes at Barcelona?
  • Should Barcelona demand more than £35m for a player of Gavi's potential, even with his fitness issues?

What happens next

Liverpool are expected to focus on midfield reinforcements in next year's transfer windows, with Gavi identified as a primary target. The club will monitor his fitness and situation at Barcelona, while also resolving Mac Allister's future. A move could materialise in 2027 if the player is open to the switch.

Frequently asked questions

How much would Liverpool pay for Gavi?

Barcelona have valued Gavi at £35 million in the recent past, though his fitness problems could reduce the price.

Why is Gavi not playing for Barcelona?

Dani Olmo, Fermin Lopez, Frenkie de Jong, Pedri and Rodri are ahead of him in Hansi Flick's pecking order, and he has had injury setbacks.

Who could Gavi replace at Liverpool?

Gavi is seen as a potential replacement for Alexis Mac Allister, whose future is uncertain amid links with Real Madrid and a contract nearing expiry.

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