Fran Garcia Real Madrid exit talks accelerate as Betis push

Real Madrid have reopened talks to move defender Fran Garcia to Real Betis as part of a squad overhaul, with the Andalusian side keen to plug a left‑back vacancy ahead of the new campaign. The Spanish giants have set an asking price of roughly €20 million, a figure Betis deem steep. According to Matteo Moretto, contacts between the two clubs remain active, with Betis viewing Garcia as their preferred option. Although no agreement has been reached, discussions have resumed after a period of uncertainty, raising the prospect of an acceleration in the coming weeks. Betis have identified Garcia as their ideal left‑back signing and remain determined to pursue a deal despite a financial gap that still separates both sides. Real Madrid have reportedly set an asking price of around €20 million for the defender, a valuation that Betis currently consider too high. Earlier in the transfer window, the disagreement over price caused negotiations to stall. Fresh conversations now suggest both parties are willing to seek common ground.

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The situation has become increasingly pressing given Madrid’s recent activity in the transfer market, highlighted by the arrival of Marc Cucurella which added depth to the left side of defence. Alvaro Carreras, Ferland Mendy and Fran Garcia now compete for places alongside the new signing. Since Jose Mourinho’s arrival as head coach, fresh competition has emerged, with Marc Cucurella and Alvaro Carreras viewed as Mourinho’s leading options at left‑back. Despite the Frenchman’s ongoing injury concerns, the expectation within Real Madrid is that Garcia will be the player sacrificed to balance the squad. His pathway to regular minutes has narrowed, particularly as Mourinho is believed to favour Carreras despite the youngster’s inconsistent debut season. Madrid are not prepared to significantly lower their demands, remaining convinced that Garcia represents a valuable asset. The transfer remains contingent on whether Betis are willing to move closer to the club’s valuation.