Overview
- Hansi Flick said Ter Stegen’s Copa del Rey appearance was a singular gesture, praising his fitness but limiting it to “only this one match.”
- Joan Garcia remains the established No. 1, with Wojciech Szczesny as backup, and the goalkeeping hierarchy is unchanged despite the cup start.
- Club briefings and local reporting indicate Barcelona will not force an exit, though they are open to a winter loan and expect to settle his status next summer.
- Multiple outlets report interest from several clubs, including Manchester United, Newcastle, Tottenham, Bayern Munich, AS Monaco and Besiktas.
- Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has warned Ter Stegen must play regularly to keep the national No. 1 role, as reports say the goalkeeper has been hesitant about a January move unless a compelling offer arrives.