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Barcelona Authorize January Loan Search for Ter Stegen, Offer Keeper to Premier League Clubs

The 33-year-old seeks game time before the 2026 World Cup after a layoff for back surgery.

Overview

  • Barcelona have given intermediaries permission to secure a January move for Marc-André ter Stegen, with an initial loan preferred.
  • Multiple Premier League sides, including Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham, Newcastle and West Ham, have been informed he is available.
  • The Germany international has not played this season following back surgery and is expected to be ready to return around December, according to reports.
  • Joan García has the No. 1 role at Barcelona with Wojciech Szczesny involved, limiting any route back for ter Stegen.
  • Coverage highlights exploratory talks only, with high wages and competing interest cited as major hurdles to a quick agreement.