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Ter Stegen Faces Lengthy Hamstring Layoff at Girona as Barcelona Loan Is Reassessed

Further scans will clarify whether he needs surgery that could keep him out for up to four months.

Overview

  • Girona confirmed a thigh/hamstring injury and said additional medical examinations are underway to determine the precise diagnosis and timetable.
  • Early estimates point to roughly two months out, though reports from Cadena SER and RAC1 describe a partial hamstring tear with suspected tendon damage that may require surgery and extend the absence to three or four months.
  • Barcelona and Girona are in discussions over the loanee's rehabilitation and the loan's future, with differing reports on whether a formal return to Barcelona is contractually feasible.
  • Girona are preparing contingency plans in goal, with multiple outlets reporting the club will seek short‑term reinforcement before the transfer window closes.
  • Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann expressed support and signaled he does not expect Ter Stegen for March friendlies, with several reports noting the setback could jeopardize his World Cup prospects.