Arsenal made a late attempt to secure the signing of Garcia as the summer transfer window was coming to a close. However, they were unable to reach an agreement with Espanyol as the Spanish club's asking price was deemed too high.
Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia has no regrets seeing a move to Arsenal fall through.AdvertisementAdvertisementFor his part, there are no regrets for Garcia, who insists he's happy with the Pericos.
He said, "During the whole transfer window I was isolated, calm. The last few days were more intense, but honestly I only thought about (the next game against) Rayo, focusing on what I had to do.
"I achieved it and I didn't allow myself to have any distractions in this sense, although everything comes to you. I knew where I had to have my head.
"I am happy that the fans celebrate and value me. I have worked all these years to have this opportunity and that is what is happening; I hope to take advantage of it and that we all have a great season."