According to every media report, Ter Stegen is close to returning, but the future is full of variables.
Barcelona goalkeeper Ter Stegen is in the final stages of his recovery (he underwent lumbar spine surgery in July) and is expected to return to action in January next year. However, the club is working hard to resolve his sporting and contractual issues. The next few weeks are going to be very busy. This issue is important not only on a competitive level, but also on a financial level, as Ter Stegen's wages were suspended due to a long-term injury, allowing Juan Garcia to register.
ter Stegen's first choice is still to stay in Barcelona, but no possibility can be ruled out at present, including leaving the team in the winter transfer window. The club have given the German goalkeeper complete freedom to decide his future, although external pressure may influence his decision. The German national team, under the leadership of head coach Nagelsmann, is urging Ter Stegen to find a team that can guarantee the main position in order to participate in the World Cup in the best condition.
For Ter Stegen, this is no small problem, as he realizes that this may be his last chance to participate in the World Cup. If he can participate as the main player, he needs to ensure that he is in the best condition, so he is also considering the possibility of temporarily leaving the team, or even on loan. He needs a chance to play and Barcelona cannot give him that guarantee.
Clubs such as Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League are interested in him, but no agreement has been reached yet. Everything depends on Ter Stegen's decision. In addition, some Bundesliga teams are also willing to provide the main position to ensure that he can maintain the rhythm and competitiveness before the World Cup. This pressure from the national team and the need for game time leaves Ter Stegen with a dilemma that he must make in the coming weeks.
For Barcelona, the club has informed Ter Stegen that Juan Garcia will be the first-choice goalkeeper in La Liga and the Champions League. The Copa del Rey may give him some opportunities, but the number of games is limited and it depends on the performance of the first team in the competition. This situation further reinforces the importance of him considering a temporary departure to ensure a regular place in the German national team.
The final decision is expected to be made in December, and there have been some movements and contacts. The player's desire to participate in the World Cup, the pressure of the national team and the planning within Barcelona will all influence the final choice, which will have important consequences for both the player and the club's sporting structure.
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