Barça close the 2nd signing of the summer, Fabrizio Romano has revealed it: 'He's top class'

FC Barcelona have started the summer transfer window with a clear priority: consolidating their squad before signing new players. Deco has decided to take advantage of the salary margin to secure the key pieces of the project led by Hansi Flick. The idea is to renew important contracts and avoid unexpected departures during the sports planning process.

Hansi Flick has already signed his extension, as has Raphinha. The next renewal is already well underway. Against all odds, Lamine Yamal's will not be the first to be announced from Camp Nou offices. The reason is simple: the young academy player still can't sign until he turns 18 in July.

He earns his place with actions

However, there is another player who has thoroughly earned that privilege thanks to his great performance. Eric García has had his best season since returning to the club, convincing the coaching staff with his consistency. Hansi Flick has found him useful in several positions and has known how to take advantage of every opportunity.

His current contract ends in 2026, but Barça doesn't want to wait any longer to secure his long-term future. Negotiations are very advanced and include an extension of five more years, until June 2030. The signing is expected to take place within days, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Eric García with Barça | @FCBarcelona

The Catalan center-back has played 44 official matches this season, performing as a center-back, right-back, and defensive midfielder. His tactical intelligence, ability to adapt, and good ball distribution have been key to his growth. Flick values his profile highly, as well as his attitude in training and his commitment in every match.

Far from limiting himself to defensive work, Eric García has also been important in specific offensive actions. He has scored 5 goals and provided 3 assists, statistics that are uncommon for players of his profile. These numbers, combined with his reliability, make him a very valuable asset within the group.

A contract in line with his development

The renewal will include a salary increase that places him in the middle range of the blaugrana squad. In addition, he will have incentives linked to minutes played, individual performance, and collective titles during the next contractual stage. The club wants to reward his development without breaking the internal financial balance.

From his camp, they consider this extension a fair reward after a year of hard work and perseverance. Eric has gone from being singled out to becoming one of the most pleasant surprises of the season for the fans. His development has been quiet, but steady and full of professionalism.

 

After seasons marked by doubts and criticism, Eric García has managed to completely reverse the perception of his level. Now, his continuity is no longer in question, but rather his role as one of the defensive pillars of the project. Flick wants him close, and so does the board.

The club believes this is the ideal time to secure him, before other teams start asking about him again. Everything indicates that he will be the next to sign, even before Lamine Yamal. Eric García is ready to keep growing at Barça... and stay for many more years.