Arsenal has received a boost in their attempt to sign Espanyol -goalkeeper Joan Garcia while the La Liga side focuses their attention on the replacement of the Spaniard after accepting his exit
Arsenal has received a boost in their attempt to sign goalkeeper Joan Garcia while Espanyol identifies a replacement for their current number 1. The La Liga side looks at a deal for Mallorca Ace Leo Roman, by reports in Spain.
Roman was this term of Mallorca's backup option, but earlier this week produced an impressive 12-save display in the defeat against Barcelona. Espanyol has drawn their attention to the market after the acceptance of Garcia De Zomer will leave.
The extraordinary Roman has cited his displeasure about his situation. “I don't get enough chances,” he said.
“Today it was possible to see that my situation is not the one who should be. I am not saying it for my teammate, but for the club's management.”
Roman is under contract in Mallorca until 2026 with the Balearic side set in cash. Espanyol is interested in his release clause of € 10 million (£ 8.53 million), but could still be confronted with competition from Valencia that have to replace Liverpool-bound Giorgi Mhaldashvili.
The 23-year-old Garcia now has a release clause of € 25 million (£ 20.8 million), which will rise to € 30 million (£ 25 million) in the last 15 days of the transfer window. Arsenal belongs to a number of lovers, with Manchester United and Atletico Madrid also connected to the Shotstopper.
Arsenal saw two offers rejected for Garcia last summer and the Gunners were previously credited to lead the race for his signature. The freedom clause of the keeper falls to € 15 million (£ 12.5 million) If Espanyol is banned this period, is said.
However, the North -London side could now be confronted with greater competition for Garcia's signature. Real Madrid looks at a movement for the La Ligaas, preparing for the future.
The age and injury issues of Thibaut Courtois have convinced club heads that it is time to look for a replacement, Cope. The current secondary option Andriy Lunin is expected to look for an exit looking for playing time.
Garcia would be a 'very interesting' option in the event that Lunin leaves. The 23-year-old noticed last month that he took all the speculation in his pass.
“Everyone likes to be spoken well, to talk about in the national team, but I consider it a prize, not an obligation,” he told Pizarritas per sport witness.
“I keep working, working and with the aim of achieving sustainability with Espanyol. After that, some good things also come my way, I welcome them.”