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Barcelona: Eric Garcia set to stay despite interest from English clubs

Chelsea and Tottenham were eager to sign Eric Garcia, Barcelona's defender, as his contract was expiring at the end of the season. However, the latest reports indicate that he will indeed remain with the club.

The 24-year-old started out at La Masia, moved to Manchester City, and then returned to Barcelona in 2021. He was loaned to Girona to get more playing time and continue his development. This season, he has established himself as a regular starter in Barcelona's lineup.

Chelsea was looking to shore up its defense and Tottenham was searching for a player who fits their system, but Garcia has reportedly chosen to stay at Barcelona and is set to sign a new contract through 2030. The defender is versatile, able to play centrally, on the right, or as a defensive midfielder, and he is known for his technical ability and composure in playing the ball out from the back.