Aleix Garcia: From Pep Guardiola’s Coaching to Barcelona’s Radar”
Barcelona is actively pursuing Girona’s 26-year-old midfield sensation, Aleix Garcia, as they seek to bolster their squad in the wake of Gavi’s injury and Pedri’s performance struggles. However, a video from the summer of 2019 has resurfaced, showcasing a crucial coaching moment between Pep Guardiola and the then-22-year-old Garcia.
In the viral footage, Guardiola can be seen passionately coaching Garcia after the midfielder’s 21-minute appearance in Manchester City’s preseason victory over West Ham. The images captured during this intense coaching session convey the depth of Guardiola’s guidance, suggesting that Garcia may have gleaned valuable insights not encountered in years as a professional footballer.
At that time, Garcia was making a mark on loan with Girona, contributing to their push for promotion to La Liga. Following the coaching session, Garcia took to Twitter to express his appreciation, labeling Guardiola as the “Best Teacher Ever” in reference to the impactful video.
It’s noteworthy that Guardiola’s coaching approach extends beyond his own players, as evidenced by similar lectures given to the likes of Raheem Sterling, Joshua Kimmich, and even Nathan Redmond, who was not under Guardiola’s management. This commitment to tactical excellence is a testament to Guardiola’s status as one of the greatest managers in the history of the sport.
