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Barcelona captain not in Hansi Flickās plans for next season
TL;DR
Barcelona's captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen is not included in Hansi Flick's plans for the upcoming season. The club faces a challenging summer regarding their goalkeeper position with multiple unresolved issues.
Key points
- Marc-Andre ter Stegen is not part of Hansi Flick's plans
- Barcelona faces a complicated summer regarding goalkeepers
- Multiple unresolved situations are affecting the goalkeeper position
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Barcelona captain not in Hansi Flickās plans for next season
According to information shared by The Athletic, Barcelona could be heading towards one of the most complicated situations of their summer, as Marc-Andre ter Stegen is not part of Hansi Flickās plans for next season.
It is understood that Barcelona are preparing for a difficult few months regarding the goalkeeper position, with multiple unresolved situations now colliding at the same time.
The biggest issue surrounds Ter Stegen.
The German goalkeeper is set to return to the club this summer following a disappointing loan spell at Girona, where his season quickly collapsed because of injury problems.
Ter Stegen suffered a serious hamstring injury in only his third appearance, adding to concerns following the major knee injury he had already endured the previous campaign.
Future extremely uncertain
Within Barcelona, there is now growing uncertainty about what comes next.
The report claims Flick does not currently see the 34-year-old goalkeeper as part of his long-term project, but resolving the situation will be far from straightforward.
Q&A
Why is Marc-Andre ter Stegen not in Hansi Flick's plans for next season?
Marc-Andre ter Stegen's exclusion from Hansi Flick's plans is part of a broader strategy as Barcelona navigates complex situations regarding their goalkeeper position.
What challenges is Barcelona facing with their goalkeeper situation?
Barcelona is preparing for a difficult summer with multiple unresolved issues concerning their goalkeeper position, particularly related to Marc-Andre ter Stegen.
What does this mean for Marc-Andre ter Stegen's future at Barcelona?
Ter Stegen's exclusion from the plans suggests uncertainty about his future at Barcelona, potentially leading to a transfer or change in role.
