Arsenal transfer target Joan Garcia has finally addressed the growing speculation surrounding his future, following mounting reports linking the young Spanish goalkeeper with a potential move to the Premier League. Garcia, currently at Espanyol, has caught the attention of several top European clubs — most notably Arsenal — after a string of standout performances in La Liga.
With the Gunners reportedly eager to bolster their goalkeeping department ahead of the 2025/26 campaign, Garcia has emerged as a serious candidate. Arsenal view him as a high-upside option with long-term potential. However, the player himself remains composed amid the growing noise.
“In football, news is out all the time, but not all of what is said turns out to be true. I am very calm,” Garcia told Catalan outlet TV3, showing maturity in dealing with the media spotlight now surrounding him.
While Garcia didn’t outright confirm discussions with Arsenal, his measured tone suggests that he is fully aware of the interest. The 23-year-old shot-stopper has grown in stature this season, becoming one of the standout goalkeepers in Spain. His calmness under pressure, sharp reflexes, and confidence playing out from the back align well with the profile Arsenal are believed to be targeting.
When pressed further about a possible switch to Barcelona — another club previously linked with him — Garcia gave a diplomatic response, keeping his options open: “Barça? What I have to decide, I will decide with those close to me, and we’ll choose what is best for me. I’m confident that is what will happen.”
This statement is likely to provide Arsenal with a boost, especially following recent reports from Spain that Barcelona had cooled their interest. According to journalist Matteo Moretto, Garcia is not particularly keen on joining Barça and would prefer a move to the Premier League — a development that has encouraged Arsenal to step up their pursuit.
With Arsenal looking to provide competition and depth behind David Raya, sporting director Andrea Berta is weighing up a summer move. While internal debate reportedly continues about whether a significant transfer fee should be spent on a player likely to serve as a number two initially, Garcia’s own ambition may help sway the decision. He is said to believe he can displace any goalkeeper in world football — a level of self-confidence that Mikel Arteta’s coaching staff reportedly admire.
For now, Garcia remains tight-lipped, leaving the final decision to the coming weeks. His comments suggest he will carefully consider all his options before making a move, ensuring it’s the right step for his career development.
As the summer transfer window approaches, Arsenal’s interest in Joan Garcia is unlikely to fade. With the player not dismissing the links and showing openness to a new challenge, this is a story that looks set to intensify in the days ahead. Whether the Gunners can beat the competition and secure his signature remains to be seen — but they’re clearly in the race.
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