Tottenham are one of the clubs keen on Joan Garcia to bring competition for the No.1 position ahead of the new season.
According to Grada 3, Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia is a reported target for Tottenham ahead of the summer. The north Londoners are looking to recruit a new man to deputise for Guglielmo Vicario ahead of the new season, with the Spanish star attracting plenty of interest from other English sides.
Tottenham in Joan Garcia tussle
Tottenham is looking to strengthen many positions in the summer and could even look at the prospect of bringing in a new stopper to deputise for Guglielmo Vicario. The Italian international has been their undisputed No.1 since signing from Empoli last summer and displacing French veteran Hugo Lloris.
While there are some doubts about the Italians’ overall game, there’s no question about his status as Tottenham’s No.1 choice. Ange Postecoglou might look at the options right behind him, as Fraser Forster could be sold for a better deputy between the sticks, as Espanyol keeper Joan Garcia emerges as a target for the north Londoners.
Garcia played a total of 14 La Liga Segunda games for Espanyol last season and looking at his performances in that span, comprising eight clean sheets, many might think the club should have brought him out sooner, considering where they stand in the rankings of Spain’s second division.
Transfermarkt only values him at around 400k, although Espanyol will ask for a higher sum than that to sell the player with a contract until 2028. Yet, it may not prove a big deal for Spurs, although they might face competition from the likes of Real Madrid, Brighton and Valencia for the keeper.
Tottenham’s summer plans in brief
Tottenham might be looking at the idea of bringing in a replacement for Forster in the No.2 position, but they have more pressing needs for their first-team squad. A new midfielder might be needed to replace Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, while a new striker might also be necessary as an alternative to the misfiring Richarlison.
Meanwhile, they are also keen on strengthening their defensive setup. While they are keen on Riccardo Calafiori, the chances of him arriving are slim, meaning Spurs might look for a new option soon. A right back to replace Emerson Royal also seems necessary, while a deputy for Destiny Udogie might also arrive.
