Joan Garcia

Double blow for Barcelona as two starters ruled out with injuries 

Barcelona have suffered a double injury blow as Joan Garcia and Raphinha will be sidelined for an extended period, Afrosport reports. The Spanish champions on Friday confirmed that Garcia has suffered "a tear of the internal meniscus in his left knee," which requires surgery and will keep the goalkeeper out for about four to six weeks. A statement from the club said: “Player Joan Garcia has...

Barcelona clear to register Joan Garcia after Ter Stegen ruled out long-term

Barcelona clear to register Joan Garcia after Ter Stegen ruled out long-term

La Liga have granted Barcelona permission to register goalkeeper Joan Garcia ahead of their season opener against Mallorca on Saturday, Afrosport reports. The Spanish champions confirmed on Wednesday that the league’s medical committee has classified Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s injury as “long-term”, ruling him out for at least four months. The Germany international had earlier indicated he would be sidelined for three months following back surgery last...

Barcelona announce arrival of Joan Garcia from Espanyol

Barcelona announce arrival of Joan Garcia from Espanyol

Barcelona on Wednesday confirmed the signing of Spanish goalkeeper Joan Garcia from local rivals Espanyol, Afrosport reports. The Spanish champions met the 25 million euro release clause in Garcia’s Espanyol contract, bringing an end to his time at the club where he has been since the age of 15. Garcia, meanwhile, will sign a six-year contract until 2031 with Barcelona, having enjoyed a successful 2024-25 La...