Barcelona is signing Espanyol goalkeeper Joan García, who was once linked to a move to Arsenal, to a six-year contract, the Spanish champion said Wednesday. The 24-year-old García recently finished a stellar first season in La Liga when he led all goalies in saves with an average of almost four a game.

Barcelona have signed goalkeeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol after triggering his 25m euros (£21.3m) release clause. The 24-year-old will join officially on Friday with the Spanish champions handing him a six-year contract. Arsenal and Manchester United were also linked with Garcia, but he has opted to remain in his native Spain.

FC Barcelona have officially announced the signing of goalkeeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol. The deal was finalized after the Catalan club activated Garcia's €25 million (£21.3m) release clause. The 24-year-old will be joining on a six-year contract,