Barcelona captain Marc-André ter Stegen is reportedly upset after new manager Hansi Flick informed him he will no longer be the club’s first-choice goalkeeper for the 2025/26 season. According to Cadena SER, Flick made this clear in a private meeting on July 10, leaving Ter Stegen feeling disrespected.
Barça’s €25 million signing of Joan Garcia from Espanyol signals a change in goal, with Garcia expected to start and Wojciech Szczesny providing backup. Though Ter Stegen wishes to stay and fight for his spot, his agents have started searching for potential destinations, with Galatasaray and Inter Milan showing interest.
Sporting director Deco backed Flick’s authority, stating no player is guaranteed minutes, while emphasizing that Garcia’s signing is both for the present and future. Despite Ter Stegen’s desire to compete, Barcelona’s financial struggles and his high wages may push the club to facilitate his departure.
The situation could mark the end of Ter Stegen’s decade-long stint at the club, with Flick determined to implement changes regardless of seniority.
