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Marc-Andre Ter Stegen is facing a major turning point in his career. |
Coach Hansi Flick's announcement that he is no longer the first choice in the Barcelona goal could be the end of the German goalkeeper's long and glorious chapter in Catalonia. And if he leaves, Ter Stegen will certainly not lack offers from top European clubs.
At 33, Ter Stegen is still a classy, experienced stopper, with a strong footwork – a quality that is highly sought after in modern football. However, his high salary and injury record have made Barcelona’s board hesitant to continue placing their faith in him. With coach Flick ready to give a new goalkeeper a chance, it seems Ter Stegen’s reign at Barça is coming to an end.
A crucial meeting between the German goalkeeper and the club's board has been scheduled, where both sides will clarify their future - stay or go. But insiders say the door to leaving is now wider than ever.
If he leaves Spain, the Premier League is almost the ideal destination. Manchester City are having doubts about the goalkeeper position, when both Ederson and Ortega have not created absolute peace of mind. Pep Guardiola is a big fan of Ter Stegen and wanted to bring him to Etihad since 2016. Ter Stegen's passing ability, footwork and tactical thinking are perfect for Pep's ball-control philosophy.
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Marc-Andre Ter Stegen no longer has a place at Barcelona. |
Not far from Etihad, Manchester United is also a potential choice. Andre Onana - who was once a big hope for the "Red Devils" - has not been able to convince fans and the coaching staff after an unstable season. With the ambition to return to the top of Europe, MU is completely financially capable of recruiting a goalkeeper of Ter Stegen's caliber, at the same time completely solving the concern in the goal.
Outside of the land of fog, Serie A is also a destination worth considering. Inter Milan currently owns Yann Sommer and Josep Martínez, a product of La Masia. However, the transfer market in Italy always has the potential for surprises, and it is not impossible that Inter will open an offer if they have the opportunity to own a classy name like Ter Stegen.
Türkiye, meanwhile, offers an easier option in terms of status and finances. Clubs like Galatasaray are willing to pay huge salaries and guarantee a starting spot - something Ter Stegen needs if he wants to maintain his form and starting spot in the German national team on the journey towards the 2026 World Cup.
If Ter Stegen chooses to leave, it will be a symbolic farewell. He has been an integral part of Barcelona's decade-long journey, from La Liga titles to Champions League titles. But time waits for no one, and football is always changing.
With his class and reputation, Ter Stegen can completely open a new brilliant chapter at any team in the top of Europe. And whether it is Manchester, Milan or Istanbul, all are ready to roll out the red carpet for a "goalkeeper" who still has so much value like him.
Source: https://znews.vn/ter-stegen-se-di-dau-post1568041.html
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