In a shock revelation, Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has openly urged FC Barcelona’s rising star Gavi to swap the Camp Nou for the Santiago Bernabéu this summer. Speaking to Marca , the 21-year-old England international admitted he has been advising the young Spanish talent to leave what he termed a “title-less Barça” to pursue major titles with Madrid, warning that opportunities such as the Champions League could slip away if he stays.
“I told him he should leave Barcelona and come to Madrid, but he doesn’t seem to listen anymore,” Bellingham said. “By the time he realizes it, it might already be too late. A player of his caliber deserves a Champions League medal.” His comments have sparked intense speculation about a blockbuster transfer, raising concerns among Barcelona fans about the future of their prized 20-year-old midfielder.
Since breaking into the first team in 2021, Gavi has established himself as a key player in Barça’s midfield, earning comparisons to club legends such as Xavi and Iniesta thanks to his vision, tenacity, and versatility. But Bellingham, who has excelled since joining Real Madrid in 2023, believes his counterpart’s skills deserve the highest level. “He’s already a top-level player, both for the present and the future,” Bellingham added. “Madrid is where the biggest prizes are won.”
Reports from Spain suggest that Real Madrid are preparing a huge offer to sign Gavi from Barcelona, although the Catalan giants have no intention of parting with their prized midfielder, who remains under contract until 2026. Transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio explained: “Madrid see Gavi as the natural heir to Luka Modrić. But Barça will fight tooth and nail to keep him.” The prospect of a multi-million-pound offer from Real Madrid has worried many Barcelona fans, who fear that their young star will be lured into Madrid’s ambitious project.
Jude Bellingham’s triumphs at Real Madrid—he has already accumulated La Liga, the Champions League, and other titles—reinforce his advice that Gavi consider a move. With the transfer market on the rise, the question remains: will the Spanish prodigy resist the temptation of Real Madrid and remain loyal to Barça, or could the lure of the Bernabéu prove too strong? For now, the Catalans are clinging to the hope that Gavi’s commitment to the Blaugrana colors will prevail.
