About Gavi - Spanish football player
Pablo Martíin Paez Gavira professionally known as Gavi is a Spanish professional football player. He currently plays for La Liga club Barcelona and the Spain national team. His playing position is a central midfielder.
Gavi started playing football for the youth team of his hometown, La Liara Balompié in 2010 and spent two years with the club. In 2013, he joined the youth team of Real Betis where he spent two seasons. He scored 95 goals for the youth team of Real Betis. In 2015, at the age of 11, he then joined the youth team of Barcelona and began his career at the club. In September 2020, he signed his first professional contract with the Catalan club and was promoted directly from the U16 team to the U19 team. He made his debut for Barcelona B on 21 February 2021. He played his first official match for Barcelona's first team in La Liga on 29 August 2021.
On the international level, Gavi has represented Spain at various age levels. He has represented Spain at U15, U16, U18, and the senior level. He made his senior international team debut for Spain on 6 October 2021 in the UEFA Nations League semi-final. In November 2022, he was named to the Spain squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Early Life and Parents
Gavi was born on 5 August 2004. His birth name is Pablo Martin Paez Gavira. His birthplace is Los Palacios y Villafranca, Spain. He was born to his father, Pablo Paez, and to his mother, Gavinin Anasi. He grew up alongside his older sister, Aurora Paez Gavira who has been his mirror, someone who knows him more than anyone else. He holds Spanish nationality and belongs to the white ethnicity. Likewise, his religion is Christianity and as per his birthdate, his zodiac sign is Leo. Information about his education has not been disclosed yet.
Gavi Footballer Career
Gavi started playing football for the youth team of his hometown, La Liara Balompié in 2010 and spent two years with the club. In 2013, Gavi joined the youth team of Real Betis where he spent two seasons. He scored 95 goals for the youth team of Real Betis.
Barcelona
- In 2015, at the age of 11, Gavi then joined the youth team of Barcelona and began his career at the club.
- In September 2020, Gavi signed his first professional contract with the Catalan club and was promoted directly from the U16 team to the U19 team.
- Gavi made his debut for Barcelona B on 21 February 2021 in a 6-0 home win against L'Hospitalet. He made his first start for Barca B on 14 March 2021 in a 1-0 derby win against Espanyol B at the Ciutat Esportiva Dani Jarque. During his 2020-21 season, he featured twice for Barcelona B in all the competitions.
- Following his impressive performances, Gavi was promoted to the senior squad for pre-season friendlies with the first team ahead of the start of the 2021-22 season.
- After his outstanding performances in wins against Gimnastic de Tarragona and Girona, Gavi was reported to have pushed ahead of Riqui Puig in Koeman's squad selection.
- Playing in a good run of form in a 3-0 win against German opposition VfB Stuttgart, Gavi was compared with Barcelona legend Xavi.
- Gavi played his first official match for Barcelona's first team on 29 August 2021 in a 2-1 La Liga win over Getafe. On 18 December 2021, he scored his first goal for the club and provided an assist in the 3-2 home win over Elche. During his 2021-22 season, he made 47 appearances for the club, scoring 2 goals and providing 6 assists in all the competitions.
- In September 2022, Gavi signed a contract extension with FC Barcelona until 2026.
International Career
- Gavi has represented Spain at various age levels.
- Gavi has represented Spain at U15, U16, U18, and the senior level.
- On 30 September 2021, Gavi received a surprise call-up to the senior Spain national team by the manager Luis Enrique.
- Gavi made his senior international team debut for Spain on 6 October 2021 in a 2-1win against Italy in the UEFA Nations League semi-final.
- On 5 June 2022, Gavi scored his first senior international goal for Spain in a 2-2 against the Czech Republic in the Nations League, making him the youngest player to ever score representing Spain at the senior level.
- In November 2022, Gavi was named to the Spain squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Pablo Gavi Girlfriend and Dating
Looking at his personal life, Gavi is too young to get married. At present, he is assumed to be single as there is no news or rumors about his dating anyone. Also, he has not given any clue about his relationship or dating life. He has not shared any pictures of himself with any girls on his social media accounts. It seems he is building his career rather than being in a love relationship. Any updates on his love life will be updated here.
Footballer Gavi Net Worth, Salary, and Contract
Gavi is a Spanish professional football player who currently plays for La Liga club Barcelona. He is a very talented football player and with his continuous hard work and dedication, he has accumulated a huge amount of money from his football career which is his major source of wealth. As of 2022, his net worth is believed to be around $1 million-$5 million and his salary is £6.4 million from his current club. His income is from contracts, salaries, bonuses, and endorsements. In addition, his market value is around €90 million. As of now, he is satisfied with his earnings and is living a luxurious lifestyle.
Pablo Gavi Height and Weight
Gavi stands at the height of 1.73m i.e. 5 feet and 8 inches tall. He has a bodyweight of 70kg. Moreover, he has an athletic body build. His eye color is brown and his hair color is dark brown. He frequently does exercise to maintain his body. His chest size is 40 inches, his arms size is 12 inches and his waist size is 32 inches. In addition, his sexual orientation is straight. Overall, he has got a healthy body with a charming personality.
Pablo Gavi’s Transfer History
- Gavi started playing football for the youth team of his hometown, La Liara Balompié in 2010 and spent two years with the club.
- In 2013, Gavi joined the youth team of Real Betis where he spent two seasons.
- In 2015, at the age of 11, Gavi then joined the youth team of Barcelona and began his career at the club. In September 2020, he signed his first professional contract with the Catalan club.
Awards and Achievements
Awards
- Won the 2022 Kopa Trophy.
- Won the 2022 Golden Boy.
