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Marc-André ter Stegen has been a key figure at Barcelona for nearly a decade. He’s lifted trophies, made big saves, and worn the captain’s armband.
But now, he could be packing his gloves for a new home.
The German shot-stopper is reportedly set for a surprise exit this summer, with the club preparing for life without him, as per reports (via SPORT).
What’s behind this sudden shift? As it turns out, it’s not just one thing — it’s a mix of form, finances, and friction.
Barcelona are expected to announce the arrival of Joan García from rivals Espanyol. Add that to the contract extension of Wojciech Szczęsny, and suddenly, the goalmouth at Camp Nou is getting crowded.
If Szczęsny is the starter and García the backup, there’s no room left for Ter Stegen — unless he enjoys watching games from the bench.
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3 reasons why Marc-Andre ter Stegen could leave Barcelona this summer
Issue with the manager: Sources suggest that Ter Stegen’s relationship with new manager Hansi Flick is icy at best. The tension actually dates back to their time with the German national team, where Flick chose Manuel Neuer as his No. 1. That old wound seems to have reopened.
Things boiled over during the Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan. Despite being fit again after a knee injury, Ter Stegen was left out of the squad. Instead of joining the team in Milan, he stayed in Barcelona to train alone — a move that didn’t sit well with the dressing room or staff.
Injury & form: His post-injury form hasn’t inspired much confidence either, and Barcelona are keen to refresh their goalkeeper ranks.
Financial incentive: Beyond tactics, there’s also a clear financial incentive. Letting Ter Stegen go could free up a hefty chunk of salary space.
Barcelona have reportedly even offered a lump-sum payout to terminate his deal early. But whether the keeper accepts it remains to be seen.
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Vishal Bhawani is a sub-editor for the Affiliate Content team and a writer and sub-editor for the Football Wires team at The Sporting News. Based in Indore, India, he holds a Diploma in Operations and Management from Maharashtra University.
Before joining TSN in May 2024, Vishal contributed to Football Express and Six Sports and ran his own blog, Anfield Home, as a passionate Liverpool fan. An avid traveler, he follows multiple sports, including cricket, soccer, and tennis.
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