Officially.. Barcelona announces the signing of Juan Garcia
The Spanish club Barcelona announced, in an official statement today, Wednesday, through its website, the signing of Espanyol goalkeeper Juan Garcia.
The club said: "Barcelona has activated the buyout clause for player Juan Garcia, which amounted to 25 million euros plus income taxes."
It added: "The player will sign a contract with the club on Friday, extending for six upcoming seasons, until June 30, 2031, in a special ceremony at the Barcelona club headquarters.
The Spanish goalkeeper is Barcelona's first signing this summer, in preparation for next season's competitions.
Garcia had a remarkable season with Espanyol, making him the focus of interest from several European clubs, before the young goalkeeper decided to move to Barca.
The club said: "Barcelona has activated the buyout clause for player Juan Garcia, which amounted to 25 million euros plus income taxes."
It added: "The player will sign a contract with the club on Friday, extending for six upcoming seasons, until June 30, 2031, in a special ceremony at the Barcelona club headquarters.
The Spanish goalkeeper is Barcelona's first signing this summer, in preparation for next season's competitions.
Garcia had a remarkable season with Espanyol, making him the focus of interest from several European clubs, before the young goalkeeper decided to move to Barca.