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Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Aleix Garcia has revealed that he was as soon as a goal for Barcelona throughout Xavi Hernandez’s managerial stint.
Garcia, recognized for his spectacular shows final season at Girona, caught the eye of a number of prime European golf equipment, together with Barcelona.
The 27-year-old had all the time been open about his dream of becoming a member of Barcelona. Nevertheless, the departure of Xavi because the Blaugrana supervisor finally derailed any concrete plans for the switch.
With the transfer falling by, Garcia as an alternative selected to proceed his profession in Germany, becoming a member of Bayer Leverkusen, a membership with vital ambitions in European soccer.
Barcelona contacted him
Whereas talking to Diari ARA (h/t SPORT), he confirmed that there had been discussions between his camp and Barcelona. Though nothing materialised, the thought of sporting the Barcelona jersey nonetheless holds a particular place in his coronary heart.
The truth is, he additionally admitted that if Barcelona ever knock on his doorways, he “could be delighted” to signal for them.
“My agent acquired calls from Barça, sure. It has been stated that I used to be Xavi’s possibility; The truth that he didn’t proceed maybe made them give it some thought.”
Regardless of this, Garcia is now totally dedicated to his present membership, Leverkusen, and views them as a significant drive in Europe.
Barcelona wished to signal Aleix Garcia. (Photograph by Lars Baron/Getty Photographs)
“If it had occurred, wonderful. However now I’m additionally at a giant membership. I’m going to the dying with Leverkusen,” he stated.
Supporting Barcelona
Reflecting on his earlier feedback about eager to play for Barcelona, Garcia confronted some criticism, particularly from Girona followers. This occurred when he expressed his admiration for Barcelona shortly earlier than a vital Girona-Barcelona derby.
“I’ve by no means hidden. It’s true that perhaps I stated it at a time once I wasn’t taking part in, however I used to be going to the dying with Girona.”
Nevertheless, the midfielder clarified his stance, explaining that his feedback weren’t meant to undermine Girona however reasonably mirrored his lifelong connection to Barcelona as a Catalan footballer.
“If Barça performed in opposition to Sevilla, I most well-liked Barça to win. In the identical method that now between Barça and Girona, I choose Girona to win. That controversy was an anecdote, I don’t assume he stated something so severe,” he admitted.
Whereas Garcia is prospering in Germany, he stays open to the opportunity of becoming a member of Barcelona sooner or later. For now, although, his focus is on his present challenges, proving himself on the most important levels with Bayer Leverkusen.
