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Ter Stegen Joins Girona on Season-Long Loan After Losing Barcelona Starting Role

The loan is aimed at restoring his match rhythm to bolster his case to start for Germany at the 2026 World Cup.

Overview

  • Girona confirmed the deal through the end of the season as the 33-year-old completed his medical, toured the facilities, trained with the squad and was welcomed by coach Míchel.
  • Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said Ter Stegen informed the club of his decision and noted he had dropped to third choice behind Joan García and Wojciech Szczesny after playing only once this season.
  • Spanish reports say Barcelona will cover most of his roughly €16 million salary, with Girona paying a small share.
  • The agreement reportedly contains a clause preventing him from playing against Barcelona in their mid-February league match.
  • AP reporting indicates he is likely to start ahead of Paulo Gazzaniga, and local outlets say his debut could come Monday against Getafe.