Fran Garcia’s summer looked set for a farewell, but instead, he’s become a key figure in Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid – www.isagoal.com reports.
Spanish outlet AS reveals that the left-back, once overshadowed by Ferland Mendy and new signing Alvaro Carreras, has forced his way into Alonso’s plans through consistency and adaptability.
Alonso values defenders who combine positional discipline with precise ball progression, and Garcia has delivered exactly that.
He impressed with defensive stability, clean distribution, and the ability to surge forward when needed.
His defining moment came during the FIFA Club World Cup, where he played every minute and proved his reliability on the biggest stage.
That run transformed him from a potential sale into a player the coaching staff now consider “indispensable.”
Competition for the starting spot remains intense, but Garcia’s rise shows the rewards of patience and hard work at the Bernabéu.
This article was updated 1 month ago
