Barcelona considers Iker Rodriguez and Eder Aller for third-choice goalkeeper
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
FC Barcelona is finalizing its goalkeeping lineup for the upcoming season, with Joan Garcia as the starting goalkeeper and Wojciech Szczesny serving as the backup. The decision regarding the third-choice goalkeeper remains, following the departures of Diego Kochen, Inaki Pena, and Ander Astralaga. The club is evaluating two academy prospects: 18-year-old Iker Rodriguez, who is under contract until 2027, and 19-year-old Eder Aller, who has spent significant time with the first team and is contracted until 2028. The final selection will be made during pre-season training as the coaching staff assesses which player is best suited to support the senior squad.
- •Joan Garcia is expected to start, with Wojciech Szczesny as backup.
- •Diego Kochen, Inaki Pena, and Ander Astralaga have left the club.
- •Iker Rodriguez is considered a bright talent with long-term potential.
- •Eder Aller has experience with the first team and a longer contract.
- •Final decision on the goalkeeper is expected during pre-season.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona identify two options for the third-choice goalkeeper position – report
"FC Barcelona have settled their first-team goalkeeping hierarchy with Joan Garcia as the expected starter and Wojciech Szczesny providing experienced backup. But one position remains undecided ahead o...
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