FC Barcelona: Ter Stegen injured, his future thrown into chaos

This is the news that once again changes everything for FC Barcelona’s German goalkeeper, Marc-André Ter Stegen.

According to reports from Jijantes and Sport, Marc-André Ter Stegen could be sidelined for nearly four months due to a serious back injury. The German shot-stopper, already absent from the team’s initial pre-season training sessions, is reportedly weighing up his options between a conservative treatment or immediate surgery. A final decision is expected in the coming days.

This injury throws Barcelona’s summer transfer window plans into disarray. Ter Stegen, who was tipped to leave the club this summer, can no longer be transferred for the time being. Sidelined with a lumbar injury—an area he already had surgery on in 2023—he could aim for a winter comeback, with a spot in the German national team for the World Cup firmly on his radar. Moreover, a lengthy absence would allow Barça to avoid registering him and save 80% of his hefty salary.

Joshua SOSSOU

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