Barcelona confronts uncertainty while awaiting Marc-André ter Stegen's decision about back surgery after failed conservative treatment. The German goalkeeper missed the club's Asian tour through Japan and South Korea. Mundo Deportivo reports the surgery would enable Barcelona to register Juan Garcia and reduce ter Stegen's wage burden by 80 percent. Training sessions have proceeded without ter Stegen since July 14 when preparations began. Management has informed the goalkeeper that Szczęsny and Garcia will form next season's goalkeeping partnership.
The veteran shot-stopper accumulated 422 appearances for Barcelona across all competitions during his tenure. His record shows 416 goals conceded and 175 clean sheets achieved. Surgery represents the final option after medical treatment proved ineffective. The club requires ter Stegen's consent before proceeding with the operation. Barcelona's roster planning depends entirely on his medical decision regarding the procedure.
The veteran shot-stopper accumulated 422 appearances for Barcelona across all competitions during his tenure. His record shows 416 goals conceded and 175 clean sheets achieved. Surgery represents the final option after medical treatment proved ineffective. The club requires ter Stegen's consent before proceeding with the operation. Barcelona's roster planning depends entirely on his medical decision regarding the procedure.
