Amid the major transformations taking place at Barcelona, attention is turning to a sensitive position within the team: the goalkeeper. As preparations for next season begin, coach Hansi Flick is conducting a comprehensive review of the squad, and it appears that bold decisions are being made behind the scenes\u2014decisions that could bring an end to the career of one of the team\u2019s pillars over the past few years.<\/p>\n
According to Spanish newspaper El Nacional, Marc-Andr\u00e9 ter Stegen\u2019s time at Barcelona may be coming to an end. Coach Hansi Flick plans to meet with the German goalkeeper in the coming days to personally inform him that he is no longer part of his plans for next season.<\/p>\n
Although the decision is not an easy one, it has been carefully considered and reflects the club\u2019s clear intention to refresh certain key positions, as well as the coach\u2019s desire to begin a new era between the posts.<\/p>\n
A replacement has already been identified, with Barcelona expected to officially announce the signing of Espanyol goalkeeper Juan Garc\u00eda this week. Flick views Garc\u00eda as a strategic option for the medium and long term, citing his quick reflexes, strong footwork, and competitive mentality. The German manager also considers him a core part of his new project, which emphasizes youth and a winning mindset.<\/p>\n
Garc\u00eda\u2019s signing is driven not only by sporting considerations but also by financial ones.
\nThe deal is valued at approximately \u20ac25 million\u2014a relatively manageable sum\u2014while Garc\u00eda\u2019s salary will be significantly lower than that of Ter Stegen, who is among the highest-paid players at the club.<\/p>\n
Flick aims to be transparent from the start, explicitly informing Ter Stegen that he will no longer be the first-choice goalkeeper, with Garc\u00eda set to take over the role. The presence of Szcz\u0119sny in the squad will further limit his opportunities.<\/p>\n
However, Barcelona does not intend to push Ter Stegen out forcibly, preferring instead to reach an amicable resolution\u2014either through mutual contract termination or by facilitating a free transfer. The German goalkeeper\u2019s contract runs until 2028, allowing room for negotiations.<\/p>\n
The atmosphere around the team suggests that a new era is indeed beginning in the goalkeeping department\u2014one that could conclude with Ter Stegen\u2019s departure if no agreement is reached. The decision has been made, the message has been delivered\u2026 and now, all eyes are on the veteran goalkeeper\u2019s response.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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