Everton emerge as frontrunner for Benfica’s Garcia
Everton have emerged as the frontrunner in the chase for Benfica’s Javier Garcia.
The Spanish defensive midfielder was impressive when his Portuguese club took on the Toffees in two Europa League fixtures recently and David Moyes is keen to bring him to Goodison Park.
But it seems that Everton may have some competition for the 22-year old as Chelsea will be seeking a holding midfielder to replace Michael Essien when he goes on duty with Ghana for the African Cup of Nations.
The Blues had their transfer ban suspended last week so are now free to deal this January but they, along with Everton, will have to pay in the region of £13milion of they want their man.
Garcia’s father, who is also his agent, confirmed that any interest in his son was merely speculation at this early stage.
“He is very happy at Benfica. He knows it’s a phenomenal club and he’s not thinking about leaving at the moment. We have not even talked about these rumours,” Garcia Snr said.
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Comments (4)
So lets see
1. He just signed a long term contract with Benfica
2. His dad and agent said he is extremely happy at Benfica and not going anywhere.
3. Benfica are 1st in the league and are a favorite to win the Europa League
What makes anyone think Benfica will sell this guy...let alone making Everton the favorite to sign him?!!
why Benfica for Everton? i believe Javier is smarter than that. he would not even consider it.
going to everton is like swapping a benz for a corrolla
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