Barcelona are preparing to make their first move in the summer transfer window, and it’s reportedly all happening today.
After a successful season that saw the club lift three trophies, they are now focused on building for the future — starting with a new goalkeeper.
According to Fabrizio Romano, “Joan García agents will arrive in Barcelona today to proceed with formal steps of the deal.”
🚨🔵🔴 Understand Joan García agents will arrive in Barcelona today to proceed with formal steps of the deal.
€25m release clause to be paid and then Joan will sign a five year contract. pic.twitter.com/yPMjDSkN6v
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 10, 2025
The Catalan club is ready to pay his €25 million release clause, which will be processed at La Liga’s Madrid headquarters.
Once the payment goes through, Garcia will sign a five-year contract. The 24-year-old is expected to stay at the Camp Nou until 2030. For Barcelona, this isn’t just about filling a position — it’s about reshaping the squad.
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Garcia expected to be Flick’s first choice at Barcelona
Barcelona’s current goalkeeper situation is changing. Head coach Hansi Flick is looking for a fresh start between the posts. Garcia is likely to be the new No. 1, moving ahead of both Marc-André ter Stegen and Wojciech Szczesny.
Ter Stegen has faced long injury spells and questions around his role in the squad. Szczesny, signed as a short-term option, could now drop to second choice. Inaki Peña is also expected to leave, with his contract running down and more minutes elsewhere a likely attraction.
For Garcia, this is a big leap — from Espanyol’s standout to Barcelona’s main man. And doing it by moving across the city adds a spicy twist to the story.
Local rivalries aside, Barca fans will hope he brings clean sheets, calm under pressure, and a few game-saving moments.
Garcia’s performances last season caught attention across Europe. Premier League clubs showed interest, but he has chosen to stay in Catalonia.
A keeper who stays grounded while reaching new heights? That’s something Barcelona can save for the long run.
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