“Barselona” continues to strengthen its squad for the new season. According to a report by Sport.es, the club has reached a full agreement regarding a contract with Joan Garcia, the main goalkeeper of “Espanyol”.
Official announcement — by the end of the week
According to information, the 24-year-old Spanish goalkeeper will move to “Barsa” for 25 million euros. The transfer has not been officially announced yet, but the club is expected to present it to the public in the coming weeks.
“Newcastle” was interested, but Garcia made his choice
Earlier, there were reports that the English Premier League club “Newcastle” had shown serious interest in Joan Garcia. However, the player assessed “Barselona”’s offer as the most favorable both sportingly and financially, and chose this club.
Season results — confidence inspiring
Garcia has participated in 38 matches in all competitions for “Espanyol” this season, conceding 51 goals. At the same time, he managed to keep 8 matches “clean”. Interestingly, Joan Garcia became the leader in the number of saves in La Liga last season. This clearly confirms his individual skill and level.
Flick's solid squad plan continues
Hans-Dieter Flick's “Barselona” is stepping into a new era. The German specialist aims to increase competition within the team and have a reliable backup. After Garcia's arrival, competition for the main goalkeeper position is expected to intensify.
Joan Garcia's transfer to “Barselona” will undoubtedly be an important addition to the Catalan goalkeepers. The role he will play in the near future is of great interest to all fans.
