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The defender of Barcelona could see more game time after an impressive VS Alaves screen

It is no secret that Eric García was leaving FC Barcelona during the recently completed winter transfer window.

The Spanish international was very courted by Girona, where he enjoyed a successful loan spell last season.

Meanwhile, from Italy, the former Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fábregas loved Garcia in how and even requested Sergi Roberto’s help to convince the versatile defender to join.

However, the city’s cameo against Benfica and a subsequent conversation with the manager Hansi Flick changed his mind and he chose to stay.

More minutes after Garcia shows fighting signs

Now, Sport reports that Eric García’s performance after arriving as a substitute for the second half against Alaves on Sunday will probably open more doors for him in the initial alignment.

Since his conversation with Flick, who convinced him to stay, Garcia has taken a step forward in terms of his performances, which was evident in the match against Alaves, when he arrived after part time and the ball circulation improved.

Growing in stature. (Photo by Alex Pantling – UEFA/UEFA through Getty Images)

In 45 minutes, the Spanish managed to clear three balls, block a shot and win a duel on the floor. These were his defensive contributions.

In terms of ball distribution, he approached a accuracy of 100% (46 successful passes of 47, 98%) and touched the ball 52 times.

Having presented more as a defensive pivot in the first parts of the season, Eric has been playing more in its natural position in the center of the afternoon.

This was the case when it began against Valencia, forming a central association with Pau Cubarsi in the 7-1 victory, in the 2-2 draw of the Champions League against Atalanta with Ronald Araujo, and in the 45 minutes he played against Alaves

On a tactical level and in terms of progression of the ball, Garcia has the qualities of being a starter for this Barcelona team, but the competition is fierce. However, after having stayed in the winter, the player aims to be a protagonist and performances like those that vs. Alaves will only help him.

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