Barcelona are on the verge of completing their first signing of the summer transfer window, with reports indicating that a deal to bring in goalkeeper Joan Garcia from city rivals Espanyol is nearly finalized.
The club has been keenly interested in acquiring Joan Garcia as their new first-choice goalkeeper for the upcoming season, following a standout performance during his tenure at Espanyol. The 24-year-old’s agility, shot-stopping abilities, and keen positional awareness have drawn attention not only from Barcelona but also from top Premier League clubs like Arsenal, Manchester City, and Newcastle United. To secure his signature, Barcelona has moved swiftly to negotiate terms, showcasing their determination to bolster their squad.
Pedri, the talented Barcelona midfielder, gave a nod of approval to Garcia’s potential transfer during an interview with beIN Sports (via MD). He expressed his belief in Garcia’s abilities, saying, “Joan Garcia will play for the best club in the world. I wish him the best in this new stage. He has many qualities. He’s not ours yet, so I can’t tell you much yet. If he has the opportunity to come to Barcelona, I would tell him that they are the best team in the world.” Pedri’s comments suggest that the move has generated excitement within the squad and the fanbase alike.
Barcelona is expected to finalize the deal for Joan Garcia in the coming weeks. It is believed that the young goalkeeper’s personal terms will not pose a problem, as the Catalan giants prepare to activate his €25 million release clause. Espanyol’s management has made it clear that they are unwilling to entertain negotiations with other clubs, especially their rivals across the city, making this transfer even more significant.
Marc-Andre Ter Stegen has been Barcelona’s first-choice goalkeeper since joining the team in 2014, but his future is likely to be questionable with Garcia’s imminent arrival. Given Ter Stegen’s outstanding accomplishments over the past almost ten years, including pivotal moments that have helped Barcelona win numerous championships, the club is anticipated to speak with him shortly on possible adjustments to his position. Ter Stegen’s place in the team may be reassessed as a result of Garcia’s arrival, as the team seeks to assemble a competitive roster for the upcoming campaign.
