Young goalkeeper Juan Garcia spoke about the scenes of his move to Barcelona, stressing that the role played by coach Hansi Flick was decisive in making his decision, after direct communication between them, during which the coach showed a clear commitment to including him.
In statements to Marca, Garcia explained that Barcelona’s interest in him represented a special moment in his career, noting that he carefully studied the offer with his family before deciding to take on the challenge in the shirt of one of the largest clubs in the world.
He added that the club’s football identity and its constant ambition for championships are in line with its personality, especially in light of the team’s reliance on a distinguished group of young players.
The young goalkeeper stressed that the coach’s confidence was an essential element in his choice, considering that the support of the technical staff gives any player a great morale boost, especially when joining a club the size of Barcelona.
Regarding the competition for the starting goalkeeper position, he stressed that he is aware of the magnitude of the challenge, but he came with a clear competitive mentality and a desire to prove his worth and grab the first place.
Regarding the arbitration controversy, Garcia pointed out that errors remain a part of football due to the speed of play, considering that video technology contributed to reducing them, but what is more important is the team’s focus on its performance away from any external factors.
He also talked about Barcelona’s playing style, explaining that it relies on boldness and calculated risks, which makes it very effective when implemented correctly, but it requires high concentration to avoid costly mistakes.
Regarding the upcoming confrontation against Atletico Madrid, Garcia stressed the importance of remaining calm and imposing the rhythm from the beginning by scoring an early goal, stressing that the team has the potential to compete for the Spanish League title as well as the Champions League, provided that this is translated into practical performance on the field.
He concluded his statements by emphasizing that the pressure in Barcelona is always double, because the ceiling of ambitions is no less than winning all titles and competing strongly in all tournaments.
It is noteworthy that the return match against Atletico Madrid in the semi-finals of the Spanish King’s Cup will be held on March 3 at Camp Nou, after losing the first leg by four unanswered goals.
