Transfer War Heats Up Between Real Madrid and Barcelona Over Espanyol Star Juan García
As the summer transfer window kicks off, Spain’s two football giants—Real Madrid and Barcelona—are gearing up for a high-stakes battle off the pitch. With both clubs determined to strengthen their squads for the upcoming season, their rivalry is spilling into the transfer market, where each is vying to land top-tier talent and secure a competitive edge in both domestic and European competitions.
According to Spanish outlet AS, Real Madrid has entered the race to sign highly rated Espanyol goalkeeper Juan García. After a standout season, García has attracted strong interest, particularly from Barcelona, who had reportedly been on the verge of sealing a deal for the 23-year-old shot-stopper. However, García has publicly stated that he has not yet made a final decision about his future.
Barcelona had been seen as the front-runner for his signature, with some sources suggesting a move was imminent. But Real Madrid’s sudden interest may shift the balance. The club is looking for a long-term replacement for Thibaut Courtois, whose injury troubles have left doubts about his future availability. Ukrainian keeper Andriy Lunin, once seen as Courtois’s successor, has reportedly not met expectations, prompting the search for alternatives.
AS reports that Real Madrid has already reached out to García’s inner circle to express their intent. The goalkeeper’s cautious approach to deciding his next move, combined with Lunin’s potential departure, suggests García may now be seriously considering the offer from the capital club.
This latest twist adds fuel to the ever-intensifying rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona—not just on the pitch, but now in the transfer market as both sides look to reshape their squads for the future.
