Barça Is Moving Quickly in the Offices. Joan Laporta and Deco's sports management is advancing with decisions aimed at balancing the squad while also strengthening key areas. One of these maneuvers is about to be finalized: the exchange of Eric García for one of Real Sociedad's great talents.
The Catalan Center-Back Has Lost Prominence This Season. Although his versatility has allowed him to remain a useful option for Hansi Flick, he hasn't managed to establish himself as a regular starter. The club, aware of this, has already opened the exit door for him... but with a very clear strategy.
Eric, Bargaining Chip
Real Sociedad Has Been Closely Following Eric García for Months. Imanol Alguacil considers him an ideal option to bolster his defense, especially if the departure of one of his current defenders materializes. They already tried to take him on loan in January, but Barça didn't want to part with him mid-season.
Now, with planning for the next season already underway, the conversations have advanced. Barça has put forward a proposal that could meet the needs of both entities. A swap with a proper name that has Flick's approval and only needs the final touches to be finalized.
The Move Includes One of Real Sociedad's Great Stars. A footballer who has been key in the Basque team's great season. Barça has been following him for months and considers that he would fit perfectly into Hansi Flick's scheme.
He Is Fast, Unbalancing, and Has Great Ability to Overcome in One-on-One Situations. Additionally, he already knows LaLiga, has international experience, and his projection continues to grow. In the Barça locker room, they see him as an ideal reinforcement to add dynamism and depth to the attack.
The German coach has pointed him out as one of his targets. He wants more resources on the wings, and the player in question meets all the conditions.
Two Open Paths for the Agreement
The Operation Considers Two Possibilities. The first would be a loan with a mandatory purchase option for Eric García, which would allow for salary mass relief and facilitate the signing of the winger. The second, more direct, would be an exchange with financial adjustment involved.
Eric's Value Is Around 15 Million Euros. The star of Real Sociedad is valued at approximately double. But in the Barça offices, they believe that including the defender as part of the deal can significantly reduce the cost of the operation.
Additionally, Eric has already been informed and wouldn't look unfavorably on a departure. At Barça, he doesn't have guaranteed minutes, and in San Sebastián, he could be a starter from day one.
The name of the footballer who will arrive at Barça is Takefusa Kubo. The Japanese winger is the player Flick likes the most and the one that excites the offices the most. He has definitively exploded at Real Sociedad, and his value has skyrocketed this season.
Kubo Can Play on Both Wings, Has Dribbling Skills, Goals, and a Lot of Personality. At just 23 years old, he has already shown that he can make a difference in big matches. At Barça, he would arrive to compete directly with Raphinha or even accompany Lamine Yamal in the line-up.
Real Doesn't Want to Part with Him, but the Offer of Eric García and the Need to Balance Accounts Could Open the Door.
A Swap That Creates Opportunities
With this operation, Barça not only strengthens its attack but also frees up space for other moves. Eric's departure would allow for the search for a physically profiled center-back or even a right-back. Additionally, it aligns with the club's sustainability policy: incorporating proven talent without large outlays.
If there are no setbacks, the agreement will be finalized before the end of the season. Flick has already given his approval, and Deco is leading the final conversations. Barça has found an intelligent solution: transforming the departure of a player without minutes into the arrival of a strategic and differential reinforcement.