Joan Garcia has not excluded FC Barcelona as one of his possible future destinations When his departure from RCD Espanyol has been confirmed. The current Espanyol goalkeeper left all options open – including the doors to Spotify Camp Nou – in an interview negotiation from Catalunya Ràdios ‘Tot Gira’ program, which will be broadcast in its entirety on the coming Sunday.
“In football, every other day there is news, there are rumors. That it becomes a reality … That is not always the case. But as I said, I am very calm and what decision needs to be made, I think carefully about it with my people and choose what is best for me … and I’m sure it will be right“ Keeper explained when asked about the opportunity to join Barça.
“FAcing Espanyol would not be a problem. It would actually be nice. These are things that can happen, but I try to look at the positive side of things, and if that happens I would embrace it with excitement. “ Joan Garcia spoke to Catràdio after getting the Dani Jarque Award as Espanyol’s best player for the 2024/25 season.
Under contract with Espanyol until June 30, 2028, Garcia’s release clause of EUR 25 million makes him an appealing alternative for the best European clubs. After securing the team’s survival under Manager Manolo González, Catalan goalkeeper is eager to take the next step in his professional career. In addition, Espanyol is actively looking to make significant sales this summer to get financial flexibility in the transmission market and strengthen the squad.
In this context, FC Barcelona has appeared in the last few hours as a possible destination for Espanyol-shot stops. The sports department, led by Deco, believes that – regardless of Wojciech Szczęsny’s final decision – they must start planning for the future in goal. Marc-André ter Stegen is now 33 years old and recently recovered from a serious knee injury.
