Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for Eric Garcia from Barcelona at the end of the season.
The 24-year-old utility man has been linked a the move away from the Spanish club, but they are looking to tie him down to a new deal.
According to a report from SempreBarca, Tottenham are hoping to sign the versatile Spanish International, and it will be interesting to see if they can get the deal done. They were offered the player during the January window.
Spurs could use the Barcelona player
They could use more depth in the defensive unit, and the 24-year-old could be ideal for them.
He is capable of operating as a central defender as well as a defensive midfielder. He has been a very useful player for Barcelona, and it is no surprise that they want to extend his contract. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has hailed him as a “great player”.
It will be interesting to see if the Spanish international is willing to commit his long-term future to the club.
Eric Garcia to replace Cristian Romero?
He has played in the Premier League before with Manchester City, and the opportunity to return to England could be exciting for him, especially if Tottenham are prepared to offer him regular gametime.
Cristian Romero has been linked with an exit from the club, and Garcia could be an alternative to the South American defender. Given his contract situation, he might be available for a reasonable amount of money as well. He will be a free agent next summer, and Barcelona could be under pressure to sell him in the coming months, if he does not renew his deal.
