Eric Garcia of Barcelona is sought after by Arsenal for potential signing.

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Arsenal’s Second Attempt to Woo Eric Garcia from Barcelona

Arsenal is reportedly interested in signing Eric Garcia, the 22-year-old centre-back from Barcelona. The Gunners previously made an approach to sign the Spain international during the January transfer window but were unsuccessful. With Barcelona rumoured to be signing Inigo Martinez, Garcia could be tempted to join the Premier League side this time around. Garcia signed a five-year contract with Barcelona and has only started in 11 La Liga games this season.

Xavi Hernandez, the Barcelona manager, has reportedly been experimenting with Garcia in midfield as a pivot. However, Arsenal is confident they can secure him as a centre-back and offer more playing time.

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Check out the latest gossip from around Europe:

• Real Madrid is reportedly interested in signing Villarreal full-back Juan Foyth. The 25-year-old Argentinean has made 15 appearances in La Liga this season. However, the current league champions are yet to make a formal offer for him.
• Barcelona is confident of reaching an agreement to sign Gavi to a new deal. The 18-year-old midfielder’s previous contract was reversed, but he intends to stay at Camp Nou.
• Jose Mourinho is keen on signing Ruben Loftus-Cheek from Chelsea, who will enter the final year of his contract next season.
• Diego Costa looks set to leave Wolves in the summer, with Porto and Benfica among the clubs keen on acquiring him on a free transfer.
• AC Milan could look to sign forward Rafael Leao to a short-term extension to prevent losing him as a free agent.

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