Barcelona has made their intentions completely clear that for Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia. The 24-year-old has emerged as their top goal to strengthen their options in the goal, after a breakout season, but still has to make a decision about his future.
His doubts would be about crossing the gap in the Catalan derby, from one rival to the other. Garcia was planning a move to the Premier League, with a fixed interest of Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Manchester City and Arsenal. However, Barcelona's importance has suddenly become real and after reports that an agreement on personal conditions had been sealed on Sunday, MD says that Barcelona has already made an offer.
Garcia now has an offer in writing and on the table of the Blaugrana. He will meet his agents on Friday and Monday to make a decision about his future.
The Espanyol star is represented by Andy Bara and Juanma Romero, who also have former Barcelona man Mikayil Faye and signs the star of last summer Dani Olmo under their clientele. During Siempre Positivo it was stated that Bara and Romero have a very good relationship with Barcelona's director Voetbaldeco, and they can be for their customer for a move to the Blaugrana.
Garcia gave an interview and admitted that he would not experience any problems if he played against Los Pericos, and stated that he would choose 'the best option for him'. Nevertheless, the rivalry will be a factor to consider, and he will have many options. Espanyol would like to close a deal for the end of June, to balance their bills, and sports director Fran Garagarza has confirmed that they will demand the full release clause of € 25 million for his signature.