Overview
- The manager reaffirmed Garcia as Barcelona’s No. 1 and praised all three goalkeepers, declining to confirm the starter for Guadalajara.
- Marc-André ter Stegen is medically fit but currently third in the pecking order behind Wojciech Szczesny, a situation that hurts his Germany ambitions given the emphasis on regular minutes.
- Ter Stegen is under contract through 2028, is not seeking a move, and would only consider suitable offers rather than accept a pay cut.
- Reports describe a calm dressing room with no friction between Ter Stegen and Garcia despite their competition for the role.
- Szczesny’s gastroenteritis and customary Copa rotation could open the door for Ter Stegen, though selection remains undecided.