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Marc-André ter Stegen, the German goalkeeper currently sidelined due to a back operation, is facing an uncertain future at FC Barcelona. His recovery and return to form are crucial factors in maintaining his status as Germany's number one goalkeeper, particularly ahead of the upcoming World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Ter Stegen, who was the team's captain at FC Barcelona, underwent surgery in late July 2025 and is expected to be out for around four months. This injury and recovery period have financial and roster implications for Barcelona, as La Liga rules allow the club to use up to 80% of ter Stegen's salary cap space to register new players during his absence.
One of the new signings is goalkeeper Joan García, and Wojciech Szczęsny's contract has been extended, which could indicate a change in ter Stegen's starting position. However, Julian Nagelsmann, the German national team coach, remains confident that ter Stegen will regain his health and his starting position at FC Barcelona.
Nagelsmann emphasized that ter Stegen's health is a crucial factor in his continued support as Germany's number one goalkeeper. He stated that ter Stegen must start regularly for Barcelona after his recovery in order to maintain his status ahead of the World Cup. This implies that ter Stegen's playing time at the club will be a key factor in his role in the national team.
If ter Stegen fails to regain his starting position at FC Barcelona, Nagelsmann did not reveal specific alternative solutions. He also stated that there are no current considerations about a possible return of Manuel Neuer from FC Bayern.
Ter Stegen's injury-hit season last year, which saw him miss several games due to a severe knee injury, has been a setback for both him and the national team. However, Nagelsmann continues to support ter Stegen as Germany's number one goalkeeper for the upcoming World Cup.
The next international matches for Germany are away against Slovakia and at home against Northern Ireland in early September. The focus will be on ter Stegen's recovery and his return to form, as well as his potential role in the national team for the World Cup.
References:
[1] FC Barcelona official website
[2] ESPN FC
[3] BBC Sport
[4] The Guardian
In light of his injury and recovery period, Ter Stegen's starting position in FC Barcelona's European-leagues games, such as Laliga, is uncertain, with potential implications for his status as Germany's first-choice goalkeeper during the upcoming World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Julian Nagelsmann, the German national team coach, has expressed confidence that Ter Stegen will regain his health and return to his starting position at FC Barcelona, emphasizing its importance for his continued selection as the national team's goalkeeper.