> There is no doubt about Marc-André Ter Stegen’s future with FC Barcelona. At least, from the German goalkeeper’s point of view. With a contract in force until 2028 after the renewal signed in August 2023, Barça’s still first captain maintains his position after recovering from surgery this summer to solve his recurring lumbar problems and challenging the club - which he lost - with the pace of his recovery.
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> The German wants to continue, even though Flick was clear in pointing out Joan Garcia as his number one, something that will not change unless there is a catastrophic decline in his performance, which is difficult to imagine given his current form. His confident statements, despite sparking debate about the German’s future with the transfer market just around the corner, do not alter MATS’ plans.
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> Ter Stegen wants to stay at Barça and fight for minutes. Despite his need to play quality games, as requested by the German Federation in order to have a chance of being the starting goalkeeper for his national team in the World Cup, the goalkeeper believes that the situation at Can Barça is not as closed as Flick’s words suggest.