Overview
- Girona presented Marc-André ter Stegen on Thursday at Montilivi, where he said he arrives to compete, help the team and be ready to play.
- After losing Barcelona’s starting job to Joan Garcia, he stressed his need for consistent game time and said he respects the coach’s decision.
- Girona manager Míchel praised him as a leader, and he is expected to become first choice ahead of Paulo Gazzaniga with a possible debut against Getafe on Monday.
- Reports indicate Barcelona will cover the vast majority of his salary during the loan, and he remains under contract with the Catalan club.
- He framed the switch as a fresh start after lengthy injuries that sidelined him for 439 days and 92 matches, and he said Eric Garcia’s positive experience at Girona helped shape his decision.