Spanish media: Eric Garcia was close to leaving Barcelona, ​​but he gradually recovered under Fric

May 11th Spanish media Relevo wrote an article about Eric Garcia's transformation in Barcelona's role, and the 24-year-old Spanish defender gradually recovered under Frick's command.

In the second leg of the Champions League semi-final against Inter Milan, Eric Garcia not only started but also performed well at the right back position, scoring a goal - almost scoring twice - and proving that his role in the team has completely changed. After months of growth, a loan experience and a lack of opportunities, Eric Garcia's career has ushered in an unexpected turn. He found his place in Frick's tactical system, as if he had reborn in Barcelona.

The centre-back wanted to leave the team, but after talking to Frick, he decided to stay, despite receiving several attractive offers from Europe, including those from Como and Girona. Girona's sports director Cassel and coach Michel once called in person to invite him to return to Girona, but ultimately failed to make a move. Cassel admitted that Frick was unwilling to let the player leave the team.

Eric Garcia has been approaching leaving Barcelona many times, and now he seems to have become an indispensable member of Frick's locker room, highly valued for his versatile qualities. Looking back on the summer of 2024, Eric Garcia's prospects at Barcelona are completely opposite to those now. During Xavi's season, the central defender failed to get the desired playing time and seemed destined to leave Barcelona. As the summer transfer window approaches, many believe Eric Garcia will be one of the first players to leave the team, but the injury to two players on the backline has changed everything.

Frick took over Harvey and made it clear that the central defender could not be let go. Faced with the long-term injury of Araujo and Christensen, Frick determined that Eric Garcia was an important member of the team. In previous seasons, he has proved that he can be competent in multiple positions such as midfielder and right back, and can also maintain his advantage as a central defender. Frick has publicly praised Eric Garcia many times, saying that the player has no complaints about playing any position and is also excellent in possession of the ball.

This winter window, Eric Garcia once again considered the possibility of a transfer. He received multiple offers, but his attitude was clear and he only wanted to stay in Barcelona or return to Girona. Despite multiple offers - including those of Fabregas coached by Como, who initially offered 10 million euros and then dropped to 8 million euros - Eric Garcia finally chose to stay at Barcelona in the winter window. As time goes by, his chances in Barcelona gradually increase, and the end point that seemed to leave the team became a turning point for him to consolidate his position in the first team. He has played 41 games this season and has played 1,772 minutes.