Espanyol -goalkeeper Joan Garcia has stated that he has no reluctance this summer to move abroad, with serious interest from the Premier League. However, Barcelona has made a strong game for Garcia and is willing to pay its release clause of € 25 million.
During the weekend, Barcelona reportedly made progress with Garcia and his agents, while insisting on the green light of the player. Much of the conversation around a potential move to Barcelona has been aimed at whether he should compete with Marc-Andre ter Stegen for the number one place, and the German keeper has set his stall in the weekend and declares that he will be in the club next season and have no plans to leave.
For their part, despite the strong interest of Manchester City and Newcastle United, MD says that Barcelona remains sure that Garcia will accept their offer this week. They were informed that they were in pole position last week and plans to give Garcia a five-year contract, wage increase and a strong chance of becoming the number one of Spain, an offer that he would be strengthened by being in Barcelona.
The 24-year-old must take into account relocation of Crosstown Rivals Espanyol, and it can be easier to move to the Premier League internally. Matteo Moretto explains that another decision has to be made, but news is expected this week. Despite the progress of Barcelona in the direction of a deal, a Premier League switch remains a possibility.
Garcia spoke with Catalunya Radio on Sunday evening and received a prize for his work this season and did not give much away after interviews last week. He confirmed, as quoted by Marca, that a starting point was a possibility and he was open to moving abroad.
“My phone is a bit saturated, but I assume it very naturally, as I have all year round. I like that people speak about me well, but I try to take it as naturally as possible, and I think I want to play it. All players.