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Barcelona are set to beat Arsenal to the signing of Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia this summer time.
The Gunners had been decided to land the Spaniard as a alternative for Aaron Ramsdale final summer time, however their £17m bid was rejected.
Arsenal have been touted to return for him, however the 24-year-old is now anticipated to hitch Barcelona, who’re able to set off his £21m launch clause.
Garcia has his sights on taking part in common first-team soccer subsequent season. Arsenal are unlikely to ensure him minutes forward of David Raya.
On the opposite hand, the Blaugrana have opened the door for a similar.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen is the common shot-stopper, however Garcia may displace him because the primary underneath supervisor Hansi Flick.
Ter Stegen has no plans of leaving the Catalan giants, however Garcia has nonetheless been satisfied to make the transfer after receiving assurances.
Arsenal at the moment are eyeing Kepa Arrizabalaga in its place. They are able to set off the £5 million launch clause in his Chelsea contract.