Barcelona academy graduate will once again ask Xavi to let him leave on loan – report

Journalist David Ibanez has mentioned in El Desmarque that defender Eric Garcia will ask Xavi again to go out on loan at Girona after the manager interrupted the operation this week.

After the meeting between the two, all eyes will be on the manager to see if he changes his mind today.

As the final moments of the transfer market tick away, the Barcelona offices are ablaze with frenzied activity.  Amidst this whirlwind, the spotlight isn’t solely on the saga involving Ansu Fati or Joao Felix, but also on the narrative of García.

Garcia wants a loan exit

The defender keenly felt the sidelines in the previous season under Xavi’s leadership, an experience he’s determined not to repeat. 

With unwavering resolve, he has approached his coach, earnestly expressing his desire to spread his wings elsewhere and ensure he remains at the forefront of the action.

With Girona having been interested, the defender told Xavi he wished to leave on loan, but was told that he was counted upon.

Now, though, he is set to meet the manager again and convey his desire to leave on loan to the Catalan outfit.

Interestingly enough, we have reported before that the former Manchester City defender is also wanted in Italy, with the likes of AS Roma and Fiorentina interested in his signature.

Why did Xavi reject Garcia’s request?

Garcia’s plea to embark on a journey to Girona unveils a fresh canvas for him, where he can once more play regularly. The added allure lies in its proximity to home. Yet, the chances of this move coming to fruition remain slim.

Xavi does not wish to grant his departure, as he wishes to have depth in the squad.

As things stand, Barça’s centre-back contingent features Ronald Araujo, Andreas Christensen, Jules Kounde, Inigo Martínez, and Garcia, and the 22-year-old is unlikely to see many minutes.

As such, it is understandable that he wants out, but given Araujo’s recent injury and Christensen’s fitness problems, the manager wants to ensure there is someone to fall back upon if his frontline defenders are unavailable.