Eric Garcia Barcelona Future Uncertain: January Stay, Summer Exit Likely

SPORT says that Barcelona defender Eric Garcia, who has been linked to Manchester City, is unlikely to be sold in January.

But his continuity in Barcelona after the current season is a lot doubtful, meaning that after the summer, there will be probably heated discussions again regarding his transfer.

Despite the prospect of few chances and high competition in the defensive force of Barcelona, Eric Garcia continues striving to prove himself for a place in this club for now.

This conclusion comes after his name featured heavily in transfer predictions during a summer that saw several players being transfer-listed.

Eric Garcia Has Interest From Girona, Newcastle And Porto

Both Girona and FC Porto showed their interest in the player, while some English Premier League clubs, including Newcastle, also registered their interest in the young talent; however, Barcelona decided to keep the 22-year-old for what this talent might bring to the team.

The match against Leganés also showed Garcia’s desire to show Flick all his ability and earn a place in the team. However, the future problems are becoming more complicated.

Ronald Araújo is back from injury, and Andreas Christensen is close to returning to the team again, meaning the competition for starting in the Barcelona defence should increase in the course of the current season.

However, what actually could work in favour of Garcia is that he is a very versatile player. First and foremost, the player is a centre-back, but the Catalan can also effectively play as a central midfielder in a team containing numerous matches in a week.

Reportedly, Flick appreciates this flexibility, which may help Garcia have a chance to fight for his options.

Regardless of that, there is still a lot of confusion when it comes to Barcelona’s future with Garcia. The club rejected several bids for him in the past but may open for his sale in the summer if Premier League clubs come up with good bids again.

There are still concerns that have to do with finances and balance in the team that might stand out in the process.

All that Garcia can do at the moment is work on his performances and try to chip in where he can as Barcelona strives for laurels this term.

The defender is determined to demonstrate that he still has a place with the club, despite the constant rumours surrounding his potential transfer to another team.