After a remarkable season in which Barcelona secured a domestic treble — winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup — the club is heading into the summer transfer window with big ambitions.
Determined to strengthen their squad, Barcelona’s leadership, led by president Joan Laporta and newly appointed coach Hansi Flick, is eager to maintain their dominance in Spain and reclaim their place among Europe’s elite by targeting strategic signings.
One of Barcelona’s top priorities this summer is reinforcing the goalkeeping department. According to reports from Spanish newspaper El Nacional, Espanyol’s standout goalkeeper Juan García has emerged as a prime candidate.
García, widely praised for his outstanding performances last season, has been identified as a key figure capable of securing the team’s defensive line and becoming a long-term successor to current first-choice keeper Marc-André ter Stegen.
However, Barcelona now faces unexpected competition from Premier League giants Manchester City. In a surprising development, City manager Pep Guardiola has instructed his club to make a serious move for García.
This comes amid speculation that City’s current goalkeeper, Ederson, might depart for Saudi Arabia following multiple lucrative offers. Guardiola sees García as an ideal replacement — young, highly talented, and capable of thriving in a team that competes for the highest honors every season.
Barcelona had been prepared to activate García’s €25 million release clause and had positioned him as a cornerstone of their future plans. Flick personally communicated to the goalkeeper that he would play a vital role in the club’s new project.
Yet, the player appears cautious, concerned about the high-pressure environment at Camp Nou and the existing competition with Ter Stegen, whose future at the club could be unsettled if García arrives.
Meanwhile, Manchester City is reportedly presenting a more enticing offer, not only financially but also in terms of playing time and career prospects.
Guardiola’s admiration for García’s skills — including his sharp reflexes, composure with the ball at his feet, and leadership qualities — makes the young Spaniard a highly desirable addition to City’s squad. At just 24 years old, García represents both immediate strength and future promise.
This transfer saga has now become one of the summer’s fiercest battles, with Barcelona’s carefully laid plans at risk of being upended. While García is said to prioritize sporting ambition over money, the chance to become a starting goalkeeper under Guardiola’s guidance at a consistently title-challenging club remains a tempting proposition.
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