In a stunning behind-the-scenes development, Espanyol goalkeeper Joan García was on the verge of rejecting Barcelona due to growing uncertainty around the goalkeeper hierarchy at Camp Nou — all triggered by Marc-André ter Stegen’s recent emotional interview, where he claimed he felt betrayed by internal leaks and suggested he was being pushed out. 🧤🔥
👀 What Happened:
García, viewed as the long-term successor to Ter Stegen, became hesitant after the veteran’s public comments raised concerns about a tense dressing room and uncertain future.
Sources reveal García feared being caught in a political storm, unsure whether he’d be second choice or thrown into chaos.
😳 The Game-Changing Promise: Barcelona’s top brass — including Deco and Hansi Flick — intervened with a clear guarantee:
🔐 “You are not coming as a backup. You are coming to fight for the No. 1 spot — and you’ll get your chances.”
💬 The club also assured García that Ter Stegen’s future would not affect his trajectory, and that he was seen as the core of the next generation.
🧨 What This Means:
The competition for the gloves at Barcelona is officially on.
García’s arrival could accelerate Ter Stegen’s potential exit, especially with interest from Saudi Arabia and Bayern looming.
The Camp Nou dressing room dynamics are shifting fast under Hansi Flick, who is not afraid to back youth over legacy.
👑 The stage is set for a generational power shift betwe
en the posts at Barça.
