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Ter Stegen Hamstring Injury Puts Girona Loan and World Cup Hopes in Doubt

Further tests will determine whether a short layoff holds or a longer absence with surgery is required.

Overview

  • Girona confirmed the goalkeeper suffered a thigh/hamstring injury against Real Oviedo and said he will undergo additional examinations to confirm the diagnosis and prognosis.
  • Early reporting points to a potential two-month absence, though local outlets have flagged suspected tendon involvement that could extend recovery to three or four months if surgery is needed.
  • Barcelona and Girona are in contact about how to manage the setback, with multiple reports discussing the loan’s future but no official decision announced.
  • Girona are evaluating short-term goalkeeping cover, with the club’s plans dependent on the final medical assessment.
  • Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann called the setback “incredibly bitter,” signaled he does not expect Ter Stegen for the March friendlies, and urged a pressure-free recovery, while Barcelona sporting director Deco said the club is very sad and that Girona’s medical team will guide next steps.