Barcelona to change position for Eric Garcia. Following the player’s impressive training sessions as a holding midfielder, Barcelona is allegedly considering changing Eric Garcia‘s position. Garcia, 22, joined Camp Nou in 2021 on a free transfer from Manchester City and has since established himself as an important team player. He has thus far assisted his team in winning the Supercopa de Espana.
The 19-cap Spain international, a right-footed ball player at center-back, has fallen the pecking order since Jules Kounde and Andreas Christensen joined the Blaugrana. He managed to play just 14 games across all competitions for Xavi Hernandez’s team this season, compared to starting 32 games last season.
Garcia’s recent holding midfielder training performances have reportedly impressed the Barcelona coaching team, according to Relevo. Xavi is considering changing the Spanish player’s position soon now that the coaching staff is persuaded of his versatility.
Garcia, who has a contract with Camp Nou through June 2026, has recently excelled in training practices for the Catalan giants. He is presently waiting for a chance to regularly show off his abilities in the first team and aid his team in winning numerous trophies.
Garcia discussed his club’s season with Mundo Deportivo while claiming that the team is presently in good spirits. “Things are looking very good this season, we are very happy, and our push in La Liga is going well. Next week, we have to finish the second leg of the Copa del Rey against Real Madrid,” he said.
Garcia could become a possible squad option for the La Liga giants next season in the defensive midfield position with Sergio Busquets set to leave this summer. Due to Frenkie de Jong and Pedri’s ailments, he might also play more midfield minutes this season. In 57 appearances for Barcelona, Garcia has overall tallied one goal.
Due to Ferran Torres’ underwhelming results this season, Barcelona reportedly wants to cash in on him. The La Liga team is eager to cut costs before the forthcoming 2023–2024 season. The Spaniard, however, has no plans to secure a long-term transfer away from Camp Nou shortly.
Torres, who is under contract with the Blaugrana through June 2027, has thus far served as a backup choice for Robert Lewandowski, Ousmane Dembele, and Raphinha. Despite his difficulties, the Valencia academy graduate is confident that he can become a key member of the Catalan powerhouses in the upcoming campaign.
The 23-year-old right-footed attacker, who is gifted with shooting and directness, has only tallied five goals in 34 games this season.
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