Overview

• Barcelona opened a disciplinary case after Ter Stegen refused to sign consent for his back-surgery medical report to be submitted to La Liga.
• Under La Liga rules, Barcelona cannot register new keeper Joan García or other summer signings until Ter Stegen’s injury details are officially filed.
• His projected four- to five-month recovery could free up to 80 percent of his salary for reinforcements once the absence is certified.
• Coach Hansi Flick had already designated him as the third-choice goalkeeper before his surgery, casting doubt on his future role.
• Despite harsh media criticism, Ter Stegen continues to receive strong support from teammates like Frenkie de Jong and national coach Julian Nagelsmann.