This time last week it looked like Eric Garcia would leave Barcelona to return north to Girona, but that move now seems much less likely. It appears the Catalan side will keep him until at least the summer.
Juventus' search for Ronald Araujo and the potential for him to move has brought Garcia closer to completing the season at Barcelona. Sport says Garcia would prefer to finish the season at Barcelona, and that Barcelona will only let go of one central defender in January. If Araujo leaves, Garcia stays.
With Barcelona showing no signs of offering Garcia a new contract, it could still lead to a move away in the summer. Real Sociedad and Girona have both shown interest in him last summer and this winter and could be potential destinations.
Barcelona's position makes sense, and even if it hurts Garcia's value, they are far more likely to suffer a blow if Araujo is sold in the summer without a new contract agreed than if the former reaches that point. Both contracts expire in 2026 and Barcelona will have to make a decision in the next six months either way.
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