Pep Guardiola has confirmed Eric Garcia is "going to play for Barcelona " after refusing to put pen to paper on a new deal with Manchester City.
The Spanish centre-back is set to return to his homeland this summer after spending much of the last year linked with Barca.
Garcia left the Catalans' La Masia academy to join City in 2017 and has gone on to make 32 appearances for Guardiola's side.
The 20-year-old played a key role during the run-in last season and his fine form prompted a bid by Barcelona, which City rejected as it did not meet their valuation.
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