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Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Adequate recovery speed but can be caught by pacey forwards in behind. (conf 0.75)
Not a burner, relies on positioning rather than raw pace to cover ground. (conf 0.75)
Turns reasonably well for a build-up centre-back but lacks elite change of direction. (conf 0.7)
Copes with Barca's high defensive line workload across a long season. (conf 0.65)
Control
Clean, reliable touch under pressure typical of La Masia-schooled defenders. (conf 0.75)
Comfortable carrying the ball out from the back to break initial pressing lines. (conf 0.7)
Uses body positioning well though lacks the frame to bully bigger strikers. (conf 0.65)
Passable long-range technique but rarely called upon to shoot. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Composed, secure distribution suited to Barcelona's possession-based system. (conf 0.8)
Capable of switching play though not a standout long-range passer. (conf 0.7)
Rarely delivers crosses given his central defensive role. (conf 0.55)
Reads passing lanes well when stepping into midfield to progress play. (conf 0.65)
Chance threat
Limited attacking output, scores only occasionally from set pieces. (conf 0.5)
Very few shooting opportunities arise from a central defensive role. (conf 0.45)
Positions sensibly at set pieces but not a major attacking threat. (conf 0.55)
Not a designated set-piece taker at club or international level. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Solid in the air relative to his height, wins a fair share of duels. (conf 0.7)
Good timing in the tackle, rarely dives in recklessly. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Engages front-foot defending typical of Barcelona's coaching demands. (conf 0.65)
Anticipates well to intercept passes into the final third. (conf 0.65)
Disciplined line management and spatial awareness honed at La Masia. (conf 0.75)
Mental
Rarely panics on the ball even when pressed high up the pitch. (conf 0.75)
Generally sound choices in build-up though occasional lapses occur. (conf 0.7)
Diligent tracking back and covering for advancing full-backs. (conf 0.65)
Resilience
Has dealt with muscular and other injury spells that limited availability. (conf 0.6)
Outlook
Mid-20s centre-back likely near his ceiling as a squad rotation option. (conf 0.6)
Known La Masia product and Spain international, but not a headline star. (conf 0.7)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Eric García is a homegrown Barcelona centre-back known for his composed passing range and disciplined positional play rather than physical dominance. A La Masia graduate who returned to Barca from Manchester City, he reads the game well and is comfortable stepping into midfield to help build attacks. He has featured for the Spain national team and remains a squad option in Barcelona's back line, though injuries and squad depth have limited his consistent starting run.
Product of Barcelona's La Masia academy who left for Manchester City before returning to Barca.
Has represented Spain at senior international level as a centre-back and occasional defensive midfielder.