Barcelona are preparing to face Eintracht Frankfurt on Tuesday, coming off a thrilling 5-3 victory over Real Betis in a crucial match to maintain their hopes of finishing in the top eight.
Beyond the sporting significance, fans and the media are focused on the potential return of goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen, who is nearing the end of his recovery from back surgery and has begun training normally with the team.
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In the pre-match press conference, Hansi Flick commented on this, saying, “Yes, it’s possible he’ll receive medical clearance and be available to play,” but he put an end to the speculation surrounding the starting goalkeeper: “Juan García is number one.”
This statement confirms that Flick does not plan to rely on ter Stegen again and opens the door for his departure during the winter transfer window, especially if he wants to be Germany’s starting goalkeeper at the World Cup. Wojciech Szczęsny is currently the team’s second-choice goalkeeper, which increases the likelihood of the German leaving Barcelona to pursue his international goals.
As these developments continue, Ter Stegen’s future at Barcelona remains uncertain, with crucial decisions expected in the coming month that could significantly alter the team’s lineup in the short term.
