Overview

• Manchester United has contacted Joan Garcia's representatives, intensifying competition with Arsenal and Real Madrid for the 23-year-old goalkeeper.
• Espanyol has accepted Garcia's likely summer exit and identified Mallorca’s Leo Roman as a potential replacement.
• Garcia’s release clause is currently set at €25m, rising to €30m late in the transfer window, but could drop to €15m if Espanyol faces relegation.
• Espanyol sporting director Fran Garagarza emphasized that no formal offers have been made yet and praised Garcia's composure during ongoing speculation.
• Arsenal, having had two bids rejected last summer, remains interested, while Real Madrid is reportedly eyeing Garcia as a long-term option beyond Thibaut Courtois.