The Catalan side tried to sign Garcia in the summer window as well but could not agree a deal with Manchester City. The two sides confirmed negotiations for the center-back, but things did not materialize.
Eric Garcia has already decided that he will not sign any new contract offered to him by Manchester City. He publicly confirmed that he is unwilling to stay at the club but is entirely focused on doing well at the club this season. Garcia said:
Pep Guaridola revealed earlier in the summer that Eric Garcia had rejected a new contract from the club. The manager also hinted at the possible move to Barcelona by saying:
Ronald Koeman also spoke about signing the center-back from Manchester City and confirmed that they were interested in signing the 19-year-old. He said:
Eric Garcia’s move was not the only one Barcelona could not complete because of financial issues. Memphis Depay was also on the verge of joining the club, but the Blaugrana were forced to end their pursuit as their wage bill was at its limits.
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