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Xavi urges Barcelona to sign Gavi replacement in January

Related Topics: Xavi Hernández, FC Barcelona

Barcelona coach Xavi is reportedly pushing for a new midfielder in the January window after losing Gavi to a serious knee injury.

Diario Sport reckon that Xavi has let Deco know he wants a new addition to cover for the injured teenager.

Giovani Lo Celso’s name has already been mentioned as a possible loan target, while Barca are also also thought to be fans of Real Betis midfielder Guido Rodriguez.

The report reckons the club will now starting looking in earnest for a replacement, even though there’s no guarantee there’s room financially.