Espanyol Urged to Protect Garcia from Fan Attacks

During the summer, goalkeeper Joan Garcia transferred from Espanyol to Barcelona, which angered the fans of his former club. On January 3, an important home derby for the "White and Blues" is set to take place.

The local fans are planning a "warm welcome" for the goalkeeper. According to Mundo Deportivo, Espanyol will need to install special protective nets behind the goal to shield Garcia from objects that might be thrown from the stands.

Club officials hope this measure will help prevent possible sanctions arising from the hostile behavior of some fans. Recently, reports also emerged that Espanyol supporters intend to barrage Joan Garcia with rat dolls.

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