Barcelona sign Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia

By Selcuk Bugra Gokalp

Spanish LaLiga team Barcelona signed Spanish goalkeeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol on Friday.

Barcelona announced that they penned the contract with the 24-year-old until 2031.

While Barcelona said they paid the player's release clause, it was reported that the transfer was completed for a fee of €25 million ($28.7 million).

“I’m very happy, culers. I’m really looking forward to sharing great moments with you,” Garcia said. He bagged a gold medal with Spain in the men's football at the 2024 Paris Olympics.