Espanyol midfielder David Garcia has urged fans to respect the decision of Raul Tamudo to leave the club.

Tamudo will not consider renewing his contract at Espanyol and intends to leave on a Bosman at the end of this season.

"Whatever he decides, he must be respected for all he has given to Espanyol," said Garcia.

"For every young player coming through at Espanyol, Raul has been an inspiration."