Ter Stegen’s Setback: Barcelona’s Star Goalkeeper Ruled Out for the Rest of the Year
Javi Miguel from Diario AS reports that Marc-Andre ter Stegen will remain sidelined for Barcelona for the remainder of the year. The goalkeeper, who hasn’t featured for Barca since the mid-November international break due to a back injury sustained while playing for Germany, continues to grapple with the persistent issue.
Despite the efforts of Barca’s medical team, Ter Stegen’s recovery has proven elusive, prompting considerations of various options, including surgery if conservative methods prove ineffective.
This unfortunate development means that Ter Stegen will be unavailable for crucial upcoming games against Girona, Antwerp, Valencia, and Almeria. Particularly significant is the match against Antwerp, where a win is imperative for Barcelona to secure the top spot in their Champions League group.
The absence of the goalkeeper, who has been a stalwart for Barcelona over the past decade, presents a challenge for the team as they navigate through critical fixtures. The focus now shifts to the alternatives and strategies that Barca will employ in the absence of their star shot-stopper.
