Real Madrid's relationship with Spanish champions Barcelona is in tatters. But not only that, but Barca's relationship with city rivals Espanyol is also bitter. Barca is looking to sign Espanyol's young goalkeeper Juan Garcia, who is also the best in Spain!
A deal has even been agreed with Garcia. Under the deal, Barca are signing him for €25 million, which could rise to €30 million if he is called up to the Spanish national team.
The 24-year-old has been in excellent form this season in La Liga, making the most saves in Spain with 138. He is also among the best in Europe, making him the second-most 'interventions' goalkeeper in Europe, behind only Brentford's Mark Flecken.
Barca said: "We have made this decision considering the present and the future. We need a change in goalkeeping, and Garcia can be our place of hope."
Marc-Andre ter Stegen's fitness has been in doubt for the past few seasons after undergoing three knee operations. Meanwhile, it is still uncertain whether Poland's Cech Szczesny will stay with Barca. In this situation, Barcelona were looking for a new hope for the future, and they found it in Garcia.
On the other hand, Espanyol were in financial trouble and needed to sell a player worth at least 15 million euros before June 30. This pressure forced them to make a quick decision. Although Arsenal had an offer of 20 million euros, the club leaned towards that as Garcia himself expressed his interest in joining Barca.
Barcelona are now considering a season-long loan deal to secure Garcia's playing time. Real Betis and Valencia have already shown interest. But Garcia himself wants to play at the top level now. "I want to play at a club where I can improve. Barcelona is the place to be," he said.
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