Joan García has made the firm decision to leave Espanyol ahead of next season. Although he has a contract until 2028, he believes it's time to leave what has been his home in recent years. He is certain about it and has already notified his representatives. The plan is to leave by paying his release clause, which after recent events stands at €25 million.
Relevo has revealed that, after deciding to leave Cornellà, he only has two possible destinations on the table. One is FC Barcelona, which has already discussed everything with his agents for a five-year contract. Meanwhile, the other interested party with options is Newcastle, which is offering him a lot of money and the opportunity to be a starter in the Champions League. Rumors suggest that he will take the next few days to decide, setting Monday, June 2 as the "deadline".
Joan García already knows FC Barcelona's offer
For some time now, FC Barcelona has intensified negotiations for Joan García, seeing him as the ideal goalkeeper for both the present and the future. In this regard, Mundo Deportivo has discovered that the goalkeeper's agents have a "preliminary agreement" for him to join Barça for the next five seasons. Joan will have the final say, but everything is ready in case he ends up saying "yes, I do".
This is a contract for the next five seasons, increasing his current salary at the Perico club and with significant bonuses. One of them would increase his salary if he becomes an international for Spain, something that would be imminent wearing Barça's jersey.
Espanyol fear the worst
Although at times it seemed complicated due to his ties with Espanyol, in Cornellà they already fear the worst. Joan García's latest public statements are not going over well at RCDE Stadium. When asked about the possibility of playing for Barça, the Catalan has not closed the door at any time.
In recent hours, he stated: "It wouldn't be a problem to face Espanyol. It would be nice as well. These are things that can happen, but I try to look on the bright side of things and if it happens, I'd be excited about it".
Joan García's decision is imminent. He will leave Cornellà for €25 million. Now, he just needs to decide his next destination: FC Barcelona or Newcastle.