Barcelona returned to second place in the La Liga table following a 2-1 victory against Mallorca at the Camp Nou on Sunday (1 May). Despite the win, Barcelona fans were left bemused by the absence of one of their young superstars, as Riqui Puig was once again left as an unused sub.Memphis Depay's superb first-half strike fired the hosts into the lead before Sergio Busquets' effort secured Xavi Hernandez's side the three points. The Blaugrana thus ended a three-match losing streak at home.FC Barcelona@FCBarcelonaFULL TIME! #BarçaMallorca87831098FULL TIME! #BarçaMallorca https://t.co/kIuMU4sQHPHowever, Puig once again had to be a spectator on the bench. The 22-year-old midfielder has only started once in La Liga this season, while making 10 appearances as a substitute.The Spaniard is considered one of the brightest prospects at the Catalonian giants, but faces fierce competition to be a part of Xavi's midfield three. The likes of Frenkie de Jong, Pedri and Gavi are all above him in the current pecking order.With just over a year left on his contract, Barca fans are becoming concerned that their youth academy product will leave Catalonia in the near future to seek first-team opportunities.Here are some of the reactions on Twitter to Xavi once again snubbing Puig:HON.FELIX@HonFelix1Puig deserves a chance, I still believe he’s very talented, without a chance no player can become world best.241Puig deserves a chance, I still believe he’s very talented, without a chance no player can become world best.Evidence 🇦🇷@evidosk1Puig should be playing ahead of Gavi if we are being Honest7711Puig should be playing ahead of Gavi if we are being Honesti apologize in advance@iam__aubreypXavi has 0% faith in Riqui puig, it’s very clear right now. Only4 midfielders available and he can’t even play 3 minutes in the team303Xavi has 0% faith in Riqui puig, it’s very clear right now. Only4 midfielders available and he can’t even play 3 minutes in the teamTobi Samuel Snow@iam_foleymessiXavi would rather play Alba or Alves in midfield than play Riqui Puig. I don't know why no manager trust that lad.649Xavi would rather play Alba or Alves in midfield than play Riqui Puig. I don't know why no manager trust that lad.Sodiq⚡️@sodiq_femiiWhat does Puig have to do for him to play??Xavi you’re not giving all our players chances to play and it’s annoying af82What does Puig have to do for him to play??Xavi you’re not giving all our players chances to play and it’s annoying af🌬@baldiestaEven with 4 available midfielders Puig's bench streak continues beautiful141Even with 4 available midfielders Puig's bench streak continues beautifulXavi hopeful Barcelona wonderkid will renew his contractThe Blaugrana have recovered well from a disastrous start to the season and look set to finish as runners-up in this season's Spanish top-flight.One of the brightest sparks of their year has been young midfield maestro Gavi, who at just 17-years-old, is already being touted as one of world football's brightest prospects.Gavi made his debut for the senior team in August 2021, coming on as a substitute in a league win over Getafe. The La Masia graduate has made 44 appearances for Barca across the campaign, making eight involvements and has already won six senior caps for Spain.Xavi will be desperate to keep the teenager at the club, whose contract expires next summer.Following the victory over Mallorca, the 42-year-old manager spoke on the matter, as per Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano.He said:“I hope Gavi will renew his contract soon. I really want him to be the next one to extend after (Ronald) Araújo.”Xavi added:“Gavi has many things to improve, but he is just 17. Gavi is a great soul."FC Barcelona@FCBarcelona"He's great ... maybe he doesn't play so well if he ties his boot laces up" — Xavi on Gavi1498113"He's great ... maybe he doesn't play so well if he ties his boot laces up" — Xavi on Gavi https://t.co/pRxxAqZgvi