Le Marca reported that the Spanish management has begun to find a new goalkeeper.
Although the club has not received any official notice from relevant parties, various signs indicate that Joan Garcia will transfer to Barcelona in the near future. Therefore, Espanyol management has begun to work on lineup planning and potential alternatives.
Espanyol has high hopes for young goalkeeper Angel Fortunino, produced by youth training, and his training report is exciting. Nevertheless, with Pacheco also leaving the team, the club is expected to introduce a new goalkeeper in the summer window. Mallorca goalkeeper Leo Roman is one of the most favored targets of Espanyol.
According to sources, Espanyol is preparing a quote for the goalkeeper. Roman has only one year left in the contract with Mallorca, and its 10 million euro termination fee exceeds the Spanish, but considering the contract years, the transfer fee may be lower than that amount.
Espanyol still remembers Leo Roman's outstanding performance in Real Oviedo. At that time, he not only helped the team play a wonderful season, but also advanced to the playoff final to confront Espanyol directly. Although there are limited opportunities to play in Mallorca this season, the goalkeeper has shown a very high level every time he makes his appearance.