Already courted last summer, Fran García experienced a very complicated end to the winter transfer window at Real Madrid. The 26-year-old Spanish left-back hoped to join Bournemouth on loan to get playing time and reunite with his former coach, Andoni Iraola. But the Madrid club blocked the move at the last minute, citing structural reasons and the need to avoid being short-handed after Endrick's departure in January. According to The Athletic, this decision deeply affected the player, who trained separately from the group, feeling unable to fully participate in the team session.
Fran García's situation reflects his demotion within the Real Madrid squad, now considered fourth choice at left-back behind Álvaro Carreras, Ferland Mendy, and even Eduardo Camavinga, who is used only as a backup. Despite this disappointment and the unusual scene in training, Fran García will have to wait until the summer to reassess his situation and hope to revive his career.