Manchester City defender Eric García has insisted he does not regret joining the club, despite a perceived lack of opportunities for him.
García joined City from Barcelona in 2017, with the Premier League side moving quickly to snap him up from Barça’s youth ranks.
The 18-year-old is one of the most highly-rated prospects in the club’s youth ranks, with many predicting he will have a bright future at there.
He is yet to receive Pep Guardiola’s full faith just yet, though, despite Manchester City’s problems in central defence this season.
That has been a surprise and could have led García to regret the move somewhat, but he insists it is not the case.
“This season is my third already in Manchester, and I am very happy,” he told Marca.
“At first, it was more complicated, but after a few months, I adapted very well. I am lucky to have several Spanish colleagues that make living together easier.
“I am very happy with how everything goes. I am very happy with the opportunities I have had.
“At the end of last season, they told me that I would start the preseason with the first team and that I could surely stay with them.
“It has been that way. I am one of the first team players, training with them.”
Vital in moving to the Etihad for García was the opportunity to work with manager Pep Guardiola and develop under him.
The Spanish boss has a strong track record of developing talent, something he has continued at Manchester City.
García has undoubtedly been doing that, admitting that every day is a lesson for him under Guardiola’s tutelage.
“That the coach is happy with you means that you are doing things well, but I am very young, and I still have a lot to do,” he added.
“One will learn (under Guardiola). Each day (he) teaches you something different.
“You can think of a principle that is bulls**t, but until they teach it to you, you don’t realise how easy it can be. He is very special.”
