Joan Garcia: Future Between the Posts for Atlético?
Atlético de Madrid has set its sights on Joan Garcia, the RCD Espanyol goalkeeper who is dazzling in the current season. Cholo Simeone sees Garcia as the ideal replacement for Oblak, recognizing his talent and potential to defend the Rojiblanca goal in the future.
Although there is no immediate urgency, the Colchonero club seeks to secure Garcia’s signing in the short term, anticipating competition from other major European clubs. Given that Atlético’s financial situation does not allow for large outlays, the board is exploring creative options to finalize the operation.
One of the possibilities being considered is to sign Joan Garcia this summer and loan him back to Espanyol for a season. This strategy would allow Atlético to secure the goalkeeper’s services without significantly affecting their coffers, while Espanyol would receive a significant financial injection and retain their star for another year.
Espanyol, for its part, remains firm in its position: it will only let Joan Garcia leave for the full value of his release clause. They know that the goalkeeper is their biggest asset and are not willing to undersell him.
The Catalan board seeks a solution that benefits both the player and the club. Joan Garcia is emerging as one of the most prominent names in the upcoming transfer market, and Atlético de Madrid could be his next destination.
