Overview
- Barcelona confirmed the goalkeeper left Jeddah to undergo medical evaluation after developing a new physical issue.
- The club initially withheld details on the injury, while Deco told television that tests are precautionary and the problem is minor.
- Reserve goalkeeper Diego Kochen was called up to the Supercopa squad to join Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczęsny.
- Ter Stegen spent less than a day with the team in Saudi Arabia before departing ahead of the semifinal against Athletic Club.
- Recent coverage has noted his extended absences in the past two seasons and reported talk of a possible Girona loan to gain minutes before the 2026 World Cup.