Barcelona centre-back Eric Garcia has been mooted as a possible transfer target for Arsenal in recent times, although they face competition from La Liga outfit Girona
Barcelona defender Eric Garcia is the latest player to be linked with a summer transfer to Arsenal.
Major twist
It seems that Arsenal are set to lose out on a deal for Garcia, with La Liga side Girona close to signing the 22-year-old, according to Spanish journalist Toni Juanmarti.
It is claimed that during negotiations for Joao Cancelo, Manchester City asked Barcelona to allow Garcia to leave for Girona, who are owned by the City Group, who of course also own the Premier League champions
Girona interest
According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, La Liga outfit Girona are also keen on Garcia, although Barcelona boss Xavi wants to keep the 22-year-old this summer.
Writing on Twitter, Romano said: "Girona are insisting to sign Eric García from Barcelona to replace Santi Bueno. Xavi wants to keep Eric at Barça — but Girona will insist again today.
"Santi Bueno will travel to UK soon in order to complete his move in excess of €10m to Wolves."
Xavi decision
Jurrien Timber's ACL injury leaves Arsenal relatively short of options in defence and Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo have now claimed that the Gunners see signing Garcia as a suitable solution to their depth worries.
However, it is claimed that Barcelona manager Xavi has no intention of allowing the Spain international to leave so close to the transfer deadline.
Arteta's previous interest
Back in 2020, the Sun reported that Arsenal were interested in signing the then-Manchester City defender.
Mikel Arteta was reportedly keen on Garcia, having worked with him closely during his time as City assistant coach.