Barcelona identifies Pau Cubarsi and Eric Garcia as ideal center-backs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Former Barcelona defender Arnau Comas praised Pau Cubarsi and Eric Garcia as the perfect center-backs for the club. Comas highlighted Cubarsi's tactical intelligence and Garcia's versatility, suggesting both players are well-suited to the team's style despite not being particularly tall. Barcelona is expected to pursue a defensive signing this summer, but transfer activity has slowed as the club focuses on strengthening its attacking lineup and finding a replacement for Robert Lewandowski.
- •Arnau Comas noted their strengths in recent performances.
- •Cubarsi is praised for his tactical intelligence and skill with the ball.
- •Garcia is recognized for his versatility and physical condition.
- •Barcelona is likely looking to sign a defender this summer after recent quiet transfer talks.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona told Pau Cubarsi and Eric Garcia are the ‘perfect center-backs’ for Hansi Flick’s side
"The two players are ‘ideal’ according to a former team-mate.
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