Overview

• Barcelona is set to trigger Joan Garcia’s €25 million release clause from Espanyol in the coming days.
• President Joan Laporta and coach Hansi Flick support a sale of Ter Stegen if Garcia’s transfer is finalised.
• Flick’s concerns over Ter Stegen’s attitude and form since his September injury have further weakened his standing in the squad.
• Ter Stegen remains under contract through June 2028 and has publicly vowed to contest any exit from the club.
• Barcelona is exploring sales of Ter Stegen and Andreas Christensen to Saudi Pro League clubs to mitigate wage costs and capitalise on upcoming contract expiries.