Gavi and Pedri González have been informed of the departure of one of their closest friends at FC Barcelona. This player has decided to leave the club in search of a new adventure, a decision he feels is best for his career, even though he has enjoyed his time at the club. Despite efforts from his teammates to convince him otherwise, his mind is firmly made up.
According to reports from the Spanish newspaper El Nacional, the player in question is Eric García. He has accepted the reality of his current situation within the team and understands that his chances of becoming a regular starter are quite slim. The intense competition in Barcelona’s defense has made it difficult for García to get consistent playing time.
He currently sits behind Ronald Araújo, Iñigo Martínez, and Pau Cubarsí in the pecking order, with Andreas Christensen returning to full fitness and the potential arrival of Jonathan Tah set to make things even more challenging.
García’s outlook in midfield doesn’t appear any more promising. While he has proven to be dependable when given opportunities by head coach Hansi Flick and has done well as a backup for Frenkie de Jong, the rise of young talents like Marc Casadó and Marc Bernal—both expected to be promoted next season—makes it unlikely that García will see much action.
Rather than remain on the bench or serve as a fringe player, García believes it’s time to move on and pursue a more prominent role elsewhere.
Though he once dreamed of becoming a key figure at Barcelona, García is now ready to leave at the end of a season in which the club is still competing for major titles. The former Girona and Manchester City defender wants more than just trophies—he seeks regular playing time and the chance to feel like an important part of a team, something Barcelona can no longer offer him. His recent solid performances have helped to change public opinion about him, and as a result, he has received interest from multiple clubs.
García has personally shared the news of his decision with several teammates, including Pedri and Gavi, with whom he shares a strong connection at both club and national team level. His departure will mark the end of a close bond within the Barcelona dressing room.
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