According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona and Marc-Andre ter Stegen appear to be moving towards a summer solution that could bring an end to one of the club’s most delicate situations.
The German goalkeeper is no longer considered part of Barcelona’s long-term plans as the team’s first-choice goalkeeper, forcing the parties to work towards an outcome that benefits everyone involved.
While no final agreement has been reached yet, there is growing optimism that a compromise can be found during the transfer window.
Ter Stegen is aware of the club’s position and, for the first time, is showing a willingness to explore opportunities elsewhere.
What’s the story?
The veteran goalkeeper still has a contract running until 2028, which gives him a strong negotiating position.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen of Girona
Ter Stegen is ready to leave Barcelona. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)
However, after an injury-hit period and with his role at Barcelona becoming increasingly uncertain, he is open to listening to offers from clubs both in Spain and abroad.
The priority for the German international is to join a sporting project where he can once again play regularly and feel like an important figure on the pitch.
Barcelona, for their part, are prepared to help facilitate his departure, with the club open to different solutions, including a loan move if that proves to be the most practical route towards an agreement.
Barcelona open to multiple solutions
Despite the growing expectation of a departure, the situation is not completely resolved.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Barcelona player
He can still start the pre-season with Barcelona. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)
In fact, according to the outlet, Ter Stegen could still begin pre-season with Barcelona and feature in some of the club’s summer friendlies.
That means a scenario where he remains at the club temporarily cannot be completely dismissed if the right offer fails to arrive.
Another important factor in the negotiations is that Barcelona still owe the goalkeeper a significant amount in deferred wages, an issue that still remains relevant.
That is why all signs point towards a negotiated exit rather than a confrontation.