Overview
- Reporting from ESPN and Spanish outlets says a loan to Girona until June is in the final stages with minor terms and paperwork still to be completed.
- Girona are expected to pay roughly €1 million of his wages with Barcelona covering the bulk after the player agreed to forgo a significant portion of his salary.
- Ter Stegen turned down an approach from West Ham, preferring to remain in Spain for family reasons and to guarantee consistent starts.
- Hansi Flick’s choice of Joan García for the Copa del Rey after installing him as No. 1 signaled limited opportunities for Ter Stegen at Barcelona.
- Germany’s leadership has urged him to play regularly, and the move would provide the game time he needs ahead of World Cup selection.