- Ter Stegen is still waiting for clarity from Barcelona after the signing of Joan Garcia
- The German international only receives updates via the media, with no direct communication from the club
- His high salary and the planned new goalkeeper tandem could push him out of the squad
Three takeaways:
Goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen is awaiting communication from Barcelona regarding his situation following the arrival of Joan Garcia, reports Marca. Although the transfer is not yet official, it is effectively confirmed and puts into question the starting role of the German international, while increasing the competition for the goalkeeper position. Ter Stegen has no intention of leaving the club, as he stated during his time with the German national team.
The discrepancies between Hansi Flick and Ter Stegen started from the German national team.
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— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) June 10, 2025
The 33-year-old returned to Barcelona on Sunday after Germany’s match against France. Before going on holiday, he wanted to speak with the club’s management to get first-hand information about the actual situation. So far, no one has contacted him, and he has been informed only through the media. However, the meeting did not take place, as neither head coach Hansi Flick nor sporting director Deco are currently in Barcelona.
Ter Stegen remains in a state of tense anticipation, relying solely on media reports. Information over the last few days indicates that the goalkeeper duo for next season will consist of Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny, leaving Ter Stegen out of the plans. One of the reasons believed to be behind Barcelona’s intention to part ways with the experienced goalkeeper is his high salary, which exceeds €20 million per year. Saving that amount would bring relief to the club, which is facing Financial Fair Play constraints. Such a saving would also allow for the signing of new players and the registration of Joan Garcia.
However, Ter Stegen is not giving up easily. He wants to participate in the World Cup, for which he needs regular game time, and he believes he can keep his starting position at Barcelona by competing with Joan Garcia. The decision will not be easy, as a potential transfer in January is more complicated for a goalkeeper.