Girona's got work to do in the winter transfer market. Míchel's team is looking to strengthen several positions, with a special focus on improving their team in defense and midfield. In this regard, Barça has become a target for potential transfers for the Catalan team.
Míchel knows his team needs to improve in certain areas if they want to compete for European spots in the league, and the Catalan club is one of the destinations they're eyeing. Among the names that have emerged, the interest in some Barça players is clear. The Girona club is willing to make a financial effort to sign players like Ansu Fati, Eric García, or even Pablo Torre, who aren't getting regular playtime under Hansi Flick.
Barça is Open to Selling
For its part, Barça is clear about this winter market: it needs to generate income to bring in new players. The Catalan club is willing to sell several players who aren't part of the regular group. For Barça to sign a right-back or a forward, they'll need to make room in their team, which includes the departure of several players.
According to various sources, Ansu Fati, Pablo Torre, and Eric García are on the list of players who could leave during this market, although their future will depend on the offers that come in. Barça has been clear in its strategy: if they want to sign, they must sell. In this sense, the mentioned players are in a situation where they could seek new opportunities with other teams, and Girona seems to be one of the most interested clubs.
Girona Wants to Secure a Player in January
Of all the players Girona could sign from Barça, Míchel's team's main target seems to be Eric García. According to 'El Nacional.cat,' Girona is willing to pay almost 10 million to strengthen their defense with the Catalan center-back. Míchel's idea is to bring in a player with experience in LaLiga and international competitions, and Eric García fits this profile as he was already there last season.
The operation seems to be taking shape, as both player and club are open to the possibility of the move materializing in days. Although Eric García is a young player with a lot of potential, his situation at Barça isn't ideal, which could facilitate his imminent transfer to Míchel's Girona.
Ronald Araújo's Renewal Changes Everything
One of the keys that would facilitate Eric García's departure from Barça is the recent decision of Ronald Araújo to stay at the club. The Uruguayan center-back, after resolving his doubts about his future, has decided to renew his commitment to Barça. With Araújo securing his continuity and other players like Jules Koundé and Cubarsí occupying the starting positions, Barça might be more willing to let Eric García go.
This scenario creates a favorable environment for the operation with Girona to close soon. Barça, not relying on Eric García for their starting line-up, would view a sale favorably, which would also ease their financial situation.