FC Barcelona continue their journey into the second half of the 2023/24 season. The Catalan giants aim for higher and better aspirations, as they look to leave behind the struggles of 2023. However, Barcelona also hope to test out the waters of the January transfer window.
Thus far, the Catalans have already incorporated Brazilian striker Vitor Roque. The 18-year-old forward comes all the way from Athletico Paranaense to begin his new journey with Barcelona. However, that is not where Xavi’s side hopes to stop their January recruitment.
One name in particular that they seem to have their eyes on is Aleix Garcia. Currently a captain of La Liga side Girona, he essentially belongs to a direct competitor. Yet, Barcelona believe that activating his release clause is an approachable method.
However, as is usually the case when dramatic sagas are involved, there is some miscommunication. According to Mundo Deportivo, Girona’s valuation of his release clause differs from the one that Barcelona insists upon.
In the case of Garcia’s current employers, they believe that the release clause is valued at around €20 million. On the other hand, Barcelona estimate it to be significantly lower.
While no exact value has been confirmed, MD suggests it could be in the €12 million range. Moreover, Barcelona also has the option of involving the likes of Pablo Torre or Oriol Romeu in a potential cash-plus player proposal.
Garcia himself, moreover, has previously added fuel to this growing fire. Publicly stating that his dream is to one day play for FC Barcelona, his comments created a lot of controversy. Girona’s head coach, Michel, was within the group of people not too pleased with the words of the club captain.
However, Barcelona see this as an opportunity. Signing Garcia would bolster a position where Barça lack specialists, while simultaneously weakening a direct rival. It remains to be seen how this saga progresses, but it is surely one to keep an eye out for.
