Eric Garcia confirms full-back role for Barcelona under Hansi Flick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Eric Garcia has announced that Hansi Flick intends to play him at full-back for Barcelona this season. Following the Joan Gamper Trophy match against Al Ahly on August 19, Garcia expressed his satisfaction with the decision and willingness to adapt to various positions. He highlighted the team's depth in the attacking positions despite the departures of their center forwards and welcomed potential new signings before the transfer window closes. Garcia is expected to take the starting right-back role over Jules Kounde as the new season approaches.
- •Garcia played during the Joan Gamper Trophy on August 19
- •Flick looks to deploy Garcia at right-back for the season
- •Garcia is confident in Barcelona's attacking options despite striker departures
- •Team seeks additional signings before the closing of the transfer window
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Eric Garcia confirms where Hansi Flick wants him to play for Barcelona
"The Spain star is happy with the decision.
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