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Gavi may miss Barcelona’s Copa del Rey tie after being forced off against Alaves

Barcelona midfielder Gavi may be forced to miss Thursday’s Copa del Rey quarter-final tie with Valencia after being taken off with a head injury against Alaves.

Gavi went off in the first half of the 1-0 win against Alaves on doctor’s orders and was subsequently taken to hospital for a check up.

Barcelona confirmed he was fine and was swiftly released from hospital but the club have said they will continue to monitor their midfielder.

LATEST NEWS | During this afternoon's match against Alavés, first-team player Gavi sustained a head injury but remained conscious.