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Arsenal set to overlook out once more as Barcelona shut in on €25m Garcia


Discuss is rising a few €25million swap for a person linked to the Premier league, however the participant himself says the reality is much from settled.

Joan Garcia insists he’s nonetheless undecided on his future, regardless of rising experiences that the Espanyol goalkeeper has agreed phrases with Barcelona forward of a potential summer season transfer.

The 24-year-old has been considered one of La Liga’s breakout performers, topping the charts for saves this season and serving to Espanyol narrowly keep away from relegation on the ultimate day.

However with Barcelona and Arsenal each monitoring the Spaniard, hypothesis over his subsequent transfer is intensifying — even when Garcia himself is staying grounded.

“On the finish of the day, in soccer, information is popping out on a regular basis, issues are popping out,” the Espanyol No.1 advised Tot Gira on 3Cat when requested in regards to the newest rumours.

“Till issues grow to be a actuality, it’s not at all times the reality. However anyway, as I’m telling you, I’m very calm.

“No matter must be determined, I’ll undoubtedly give it some thought loads with my folks and select what might be greatest for me. I’m certain will probably be like that.”

Joan Garcia is relaxed about his future

Joan Garcia kisses the Espnayol badge
(Picture by Alex Caparros/Getty Pictures)

That calmness contrasts with rising concern at Espanyol that their participant of the season may very well be misplaced for simply €25m (£21m) – a determine that may have risen to €30m if Garcia had been known as up for Spain’s Nations League marketing campaign.

The top coach on the Camp Nou, Hansi Flick, dismissed discuss of a transfer when requested this week, saying (through The Metro): “I don’t discuss gamers who aren’t in my staff. We have already got three incredible goalkeepers.”

In the meantime, Espanyol boss Manolo Gonzalez admits he’d be shocked by a switch to their metropolis rivals and has publicly urged the Olympic gold medallist to prioritise common soccer over popularity.

Aston Villa had additionally been linked with a transfer for the stopper – although it appears Garcia’s future may very well be a part of a reshuffle amongst Spain’s prime golf equipment this summer season – not England.

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