Overview
- Marc-André ter Stegen underwent successful back surgery in Bordeaux on July 29 under Dr. Amélie Léglise with Barcelona medical oversight.
- La Liga’s emergency injury rule demands a minimum four-month layoff to unlock 80 percent of his salary for new signings and requires Barcelona to file the medical dossier within 30 days.
- La Liga expert Jordi Ardevol confirms that ter Stegen must authorize the release of his medical information, giving him effective veto power over Barcelona’s registration effort.
- Club sources report strained relations over ter Stegen’s unilateral announcement and are considering a captaincy vote after questioning his leadership during prolonged absence.
- Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has conditioned ter Stegen’s continued status as national starter on his fitness and restoration of his role as Barcelona’s first-choice goalkeeper.