Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta watches during his training session (photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)
Arsenal is interested in signing Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia at the end of the season.
The 24-year-old has been outstanding in La Liga this season, and he has made the most saves in the Spanish league. It’s no surprise that the top clubs are eager to secure his signature.
Reports from Spanish publications as claims that Arsenal is in pole position to get the deal done.
Espanyol under pressure to sell
The report argues that Espanyol is currently experiencing financial problems and needs to raise 15 million euros through sales. Garcia has a 25 million euro release clause, and it remains to be seen whether Arsenal can convince them to accept the knockdown fee.
The Spanish outfit is experiencing financial stress, and Arsenal can try to make the most of the opportunity. It is still unknown how the situation will develop. Arsenal certainly could use more depth in the goalkeeping division, and the 24-year-old would be an ideal acquisition.
Joan Garcia and Keene Keene
Arsenal faces competition with Spanish giants Barcelona. Barcelona sees players as a long-term alternative to Wojciech Szczesny. It will be interesting to see which of the two clubs will be the offer to sign him.
Barcelona will also be an attractive destination for players. They are trapped in the LA La Liga title and are one of the largest clubs in the world. Opportunities to participate in them can be difficult to refuse. Additionally, participating in them will allow Garcia to stay in her hometown.
It is still unknown what he has decided. The 24-year-old goalkeeper will want to play regularly. Arsenal may have to provide him with a game-time guarantee to complete the transaction. It will be interesting to see if Mikel Arteta is willing to give him the place he started before David Raya.