November 21st 2024.
The transfer window was a hectic time for Arsenal, as they were on the hunt for a new goalkeeper. One name that came up was Espanyol's Joan Garcia, who was seen as a potential replacement for Aaron Ramsdale. However, despite initial reports indicating that a deal was in the works, talks eventually fell through, and Arsenal had to look elsewhere.
For Garcia, it was a period of mixed emotions. On one hand, he was flattered by the interest from a top club like Arsenal, but on the other hand, he was focused on his current team, Espanyol. In an interview with Spanish publication Marca, the 23-year-old revealed that he had to isolate himself from all the rumors and speculations surrounding his potential move.
"I had been given the opportunity to be the starting goalkeeper for Espanyol, something I had been working towards for a long time," Garcia said. "I couldn't let this chance slip away, so I had to block out all the noise and focus on my responsibilities at Espanyol."
And Garcia's decision paid off, as he has gone on to start all but one of Espanyol's games in La Liga this season. Despite the disappointment of the failed move, he remains committed to his current team and is grateful for the opportunity he has been given.
As for Arsenal, they eventually secured a loan deal for Bournemouth's Neto as their new goalkeeper. But that didn't stop Espanyol's sporting director, Fran Garagarza, from hinting at a potential move for Garcia in the future. When asked about it, Garcia simply replied, "It's not something I want to focus on right now. My priority is Espanyol and helping the team improve."
He also expressed his confidence in the team's ability to turn things around, despite their current position in the league. "We are in a tough spot, but we are determined to come out of it. We have used the break to regroup and are ready to give our best on the field," Garcia stated. "We know we are capable of much more, and we are determined to show that in the upcoming matches."
Ultimately, Garcia's focus remains on his current team and helping them climb up the table. He believes in the team's potential and is determined to do his part in turning their season around. As for his potential move to Arsenal, he remains open to whatever the future holds, but for now, his main focus is on Espanyol's success.
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