Ter Stegen Staying Put at Barcelona: Contract Termination the Only Exit Path, Says Marca’s Deputy EditorIn a firm statement that cuts through the ongoing speculation surrounding Marc-André ter Stegen’s future, Marca’s deputy editor Juan Ignacio García-Ochoa has made it clear:
the German goalkeeper is not going anywhere this summer.
Speaking on the uncertainty surrounding Barcelona’s goalkeeping situation, García-Ochoa insisted that Ter Stegen remains fully committed to the club, confident in his position as the team’s starting goalkeeper and captain.> “He’s not moving.
Trust me on this,” García-Ochoa said.
“Ter Stegen has no intention of leaving Barcelona. He’s convinced he’ll remain the starter next season—and I believe him.”-
Only Way Out? Contract Termination — And That’s UnlikelyGarcía-Ochoa emphasized that the only conceivable way Ter Stegen could exit Camp Nou is through contract termination, a route Barcelona is in no position to take due to its ongoing financial restrictions.
> “The only option for him to leave would be for the club to unilaterally terminate his contract,” he explained.
“But that’s not going to happen. Barcelona can’t afford such a move given their current economic challenges.”
The goalkeeper himself is said to be unbothered by the club’s pursuit of other shot-stoppers, most notably Joan García, who recently arrived from Espanyol.>
“He says that Joan García’s signing doesn’t concern him. It’s not his issue.
If Barcelona want to sign more goalkeepers, they’re free to do so.
But he’s part of the squad, he’s the captain, and he has no intention of stepping aside.”
A Player in Control of His DestinyThe strong message from García-Ochoa points to a clear power dynamic:
Ter Stegen is under contract, has no interest in departing, and continues to enjoy full status within the team.> “This is football—things can always change.
But when it comes to Ter Stegen, I have no doubts. If he says he’s not leaving, then he’s not leaving.”
This assertion reinforces the view that unless a major shift occurs—either from the player or the club—Ter Stegen will remain in goal for Barcelona next season, continuing as captain and a cornerstone of Hansi Flick’s squad.
-What Happens Next?While Ter Stegen’s future appears settled, Barcelona still face logistical and financial hurdles.
The club must finalize the registration of Joan García before the season begins and free up space on the wage bill to stay compliant with La Liga’s salary cap regulations.
This situation places Deco and the sporting leadership in a difficult position.
The arrival of García adds depth to the goalkeeping department, but it may also force difficult decisions elsewhere in the squad if the club cannot offload players to reduce payroll.
What is clear, however, is that Marc-André ter Stegen is not one of the names on the exit list—at least not on his