Eric Garcia, whose contract ends in June 2026, has become a key component in Flick’s plans after a period of marginalization. The player, who returned from a loan to Girona last season, has increasingly participated in matches since January 2025.
Since then, he has played in 39 matches, contributing in various roles such as center-back, defensive midfielder, and right-back.
German coach Hans Flick confirmed that Garcia has become an integral part of the lineup, highlighting the importance of his role in the upcoming crucial matches, such as the second leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final against Inter Milan and the El Clasico against Real Madrid in La Liga.
In a forthcoming step, Barcelona plans to renew Garcia’s contract for an additional three years, with the club confirming that negotiations with the player are progressing in the right direction, with Flick insisting on his continued presence in the team.
