FC Barcelona is clear about its priority during the next market after a season marked by good play and titles. Renew, renew, and renew again. Deco wants to use "fair play" to secure the future of Hansi Flick's squad and, if anything is left, sign to continue strengthening it. In recent days, Flick himself and Raphinha have visited Camp Nou offices to sign new contracts, but more will come.
According to rumors, everything seemed to indicate that the next to renew his contract would be Lamine Yamal. Everything is agreed upon, and only the signature is missing; there is nothing to fear. But the young blaugrana star, still a minor, has to wait until July 13, when he turns 18, to sign a new long-term contract. Meanwhile, Deco's work doesn't stop, and he is already thinking about the next one: Eric García.
Eric García will renew before Lamine Yamal
Fabrizio Romano has discovered that FC Barcelona's plans include executing the contract renewal of Eric García. At the moment, the contract ends in 2026, and the idea is clear: he has to stay for many more years. In January, he was about to be transferred to Como, but Hansi Flick made sure an 8 million euro offer was rejected.
Eric García has taken advantage of injuries in the defensive area at the end of the season and has impressed with his performance. He has played at a high level in the positions of midfielder and right-back, being a usual center-back. He has appeared in key moments of this season, scoring important goals and performing above expectations.
That's why Deco intends to renew him long-term, with the idea of him signing until 2030, for five years. This is what Madrid-Barcelona has learned, confirming that negotiations are in an advanced stage. Eric García will receive a slight salary increase, which could continue to grow if he achieves performance and championship bonuses.
Eric García: A "Kaiser" covering all positions
Eric García has completed a spectacular season that hasn't gone unnoticed at FC Barcelona. At 24 years old, the Catalan has been one of the most used players by Flick, who has managed to make the most of his tactical versatility. Far from being pigeonholed as a center-back, Eric has also excelled as a right-back and even as a midfielder, excelling in all positions.
With 44 matches played throughout the season, Eric García has contributed much more than defensive solidity. He has also been decisive in attack, achieving outstanding records: 5 goals and 3 assists, very notable numbers for a player of his profile.
His tactical intelligence, ability to play out from the back, and constant commitment have made Eric García one of the standout names of the season. Hansi Flick fully trusts him, and everything points to him continuing to have a leading role in the new culer project.
After some doubts in previous stages, Eric García has stepped up. At FC Barcelona, his importance is no longer in question. He is back and wants to stay to be key in the club's immediate future, and that involves his long-term renewal.