Barcelona are gearing up for their clash against Eintracht Frankfurt on Tuesday, fresh off an action-packed 5–3 win over Real Betis — a vital result in their push to finish inside the top eight.
However, the biggest talking point ahead of the match isn’t just the team’s form, but the possible return of Marc-André ter Stegen. The goalkeeper is close to completing his recovery from back surgery and has rejoined full training with the squad, raising hopes that he may soon be available.
During the pre-match press conference, Hansi Flick addressed the situation, stating, “Yes, he could be medically cleared and available,” but quickly shut down debate over who will start in goal: “Juan García is number one.”
With that clear declaration, Flick’s position indicates he does not intend to reinstate ter Stegen as the first-choice keeper. This significantly fuels expectations that the German veteran could look to leave Barcelona in the upcoming winter transfer window, especially if he plans to secure Germany’s starting spot at the World Cup. With Wojciech Szczęsny already serving as the second goalkeeper, the chances of ter Stegen seeking a move seem even higher.
As things stand, ter Stegen’s future at the club is uncertain, and the next few weeks could bring major decisions that may reshape Barcelona’s squad in the near term.
