Xabi Alonso wants to take a star player who plays in Spain

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03/03/25 21:00:00

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**Bayer Leverkusen**, led by **Xabi Alonso**, has set its sights on **Joan García** as an option to strengthen their goalkeeping for the upcoming season. The young goalkeeper from **Espanyol** has caught the attention of several European clubs thanks to his excellent performance in LaLiga, and the German team sees him as an ideal choice to secure their goalkeeping future.

With Lukas Hradecky nearing the end of his cycle at the team and Matej Kovar failing to convince, the signing of the Spanish goalkeeper is shaping up as a priority for the current Bundesliga champions.

**Leverkusen Has Its Eye on Joan García**

The interest in García is not new, as Arsenal tried to sign him last summer unsuccessfully. The Londoners have not ruled out making another attempt in 2025, but this time the competition will be fiercer. In addition to Leverkusen, Manchester United is also closely monitoring the development of the Espanyol goalkeeper, which could lead to a bidding war for his transfer.

Espanyol is aware that keeping their homegrown talent will be challenging. His performance in his first season as a starter has been crucial for the team to stay out of the relegation zone, and his potential sale would provide financial relief for the club. With a release clause set at 25 million euros, the Catalan side hopes to leverage the interest from several teams to negotiate a substantial fee for his transfer.

For García, a move to Leverkusen could be the most appealing option, as he would have more chances to be a starter immediately. In England, both at Arsenal and United, his initial role would be as a substitute, whereas in the Bundesliga, he could take on a leading role from the start.

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