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Confirmed, Luis Enrique is crazy, he'll pay the €120M to Barça: he wants him at PSG right now

The unexpected emergence of a multi-million euro offer can directly affect the defender's role at Barça

Eric García has completely changed his status within FC Barcelona in just a few months. The Catalan center-back returned after a notable loan spell at Girona, although without a guaranteed spot in the first team. Hansi Flick didn't consider him a priority in the summer, but his development has surprised everyone at the club.

The start of the season was complicated, with very few minutes and rumors of a departure in the winter transfer window. However, starting in January, his situation took a radical turn thanks to his tactical versatility. Eric García began to accumulate minutes as a pivot, center-back, and even full-back, earning the respect of the coaching staff.

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Eric García with Barça | @FCBarcelona

In the absence of starters, Eric García has always delivered, adapting to the needs with commitment and defensive solidity. During the last few months of the season, he took on the role of emergency substitute in several key positions. His performance convinced Flick so much that he now considers him a strategic player.

Although he remains behind other names in the rotation, Eric has shown he has the competitive level to respond in key moments. The German coach's trust is absolute and his continuity within the group is more than guaranteed. For this reason, he has been ruled out of any kind of transfer negotiations.

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Luis Enrique | @PSG_espanol

PSG makes a move at Can Barça

Nevertheless, in recent days an unexpected move from Paris has emerged, reshuffling certain internal priorities. Luis Enrique, after winning the Champions League with PSG, has already started his new reinforcement plan for 2025-26. His goal is clear: to bring in a top-level defender who can further strengthen the team's solidity.

The French club has put an offer on the table that is close to €120 million, generating surprise among the Barça board. The intended recipient isn't Eric García, as many thought at first due to his potential and versatility. The reality is that PSG has focused its interest on one of Barça's defensive pillars.

The player targeted by Luis Enrique has just completed an outstanding season. The Asturian coach believes he could be the ideal piece to consolidate his system at Parc des Princes. The French sporting management is willing to make an unprecedented effort to secure his signing.

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Hansi Flick | @FCBarcelona

He stays and Eric keeps growing

Despite the impact of the offer, Barça's response has been forceful: he's not for sale. The center-back is part of the untouchable core of the project and even a contract renewal is being considered. The club believes his versatility and reliability are key to competing at the highest level in all competitions.

With the player off the market, Eric García's continuity is also reinforced in this new scenario. Flick values his commitment, tactical intelligence, and ability to perform without needing the spotlight. Although he isn't an undisputed starter, he always delivers with guarantees whenever he's needed.

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Koundé with Barça | FCB

Eric has already accepted that his role will be that of a trusted utility player, with minutes in several key positions. He won't be the owner of the full-back or the defensive axis, but he won't be just another squad player either. In a Barça that wants a deep squad, his role as a "life insurance" has become essential.

Luis Enrique may insist, but at Camp Nou they're clear: neither Koundé is leaving nor is Eric being touched. Both are part of the present and immediate future of a project that's beginning to consolidate its structure. If PSG wants to fish, this time it'll have to look elsewhere.