Marc‑André ter Stegen has broken his silence and put an end to all the summer speculation. At 33 years old, he keeps his contract until 2028 and has now revealed his final plans. He has confirmed that he will remain tied to FC Barcelona and won't leave despite the interest he has received.
In recent weeks, rumors about his possible departure have circulated in Europe. Powerful clubs such as Galatasaray, Manchester United, and Monaco had made him formal offers. However, he himself denied, in statements to COPE through Helena Condis, that any agreement exists.
Ter Stegen | @mterstegen1
Loyalty before temptations
From his inner circle, it was heard that "he is ready for the competition" and doesn't plan to pack his bags. Ter Stegen is convinced that he can still perform at the highest level and hopes to prove it in the Barça goal. He also emphasized that there is no pre-agreement or any intention to leave Camp Nou.
The arrival of Joan García as starting goalkeeper for next season has been confirmed by Hansi Flick. Szczesny will renew to become the backup goalkeeper, stabilizing the rotation between the posts. That new structure leaves ter Stegen without a defined role, but he has chosen to stay and fight for his place.
Barça must be patient with Joan García | @__joangarcia
Despite the plan drawn up by the coaching staff, ter Stegen remains firm in his decision. He has made it clear that his intention is to compete with commitment and leadership, despite his high contract. His salary, one of the most notable in the squad, hasn't been an obstacle to being valued by management.
According to internal sources, he remains convinced that he can contribute both athletically and emotionally. His ambition is to show that he can continue to be relevant in the team. He isn't deceiving himself: he knows he will have a demanding battle between Barça's posts.
Ter Stegen in a match with Barça | @FCBarcelona_es
Motivation and competitive edge intact
The goalkeeper firmly believes that he can still make a difference and leave a significant mark on the club's history. He has spent more than a decade showing his level and seeks to consolidate that legacy. He has also expressed that he doesn't want to end his career in silence or from the bench.
He also adds that he aspires to be a protagonist both on and off the field. His goal isn't just to keep competitive, but to reaffirm himself as an influential figure in the squad. The ambition that drives him is to keep building an iconic career at Barça.
Marc André Ter Stegen | @FCBarcelona
In the club's offices, the news has been received with some concern. His decision has been interpreted as a lack of understanding of the current economic and sporting situation. Keeping one of the highest salaries creates a barrier to essential signings in other positions on the team.
The complicated salary situation requires drastic decisions to free up funds. It was desired that ter Stegen would consider an agreed departure or a reduction in his contract. His firmness makes restructuring difficult, especially in operations that Hansi Flick considers a priority.
Ter Stegen | @FCBarcelona
Resounding rejection of new adventures
Helena Condis has confirmed that the goalkeeper rejected formal offers from Galatasaray, Manchester United, and Monaco. The financial and sporting proposals were significant, but not enough to move his commitment to Barça. Ter Stegen has chosen to stay and take on the trainability that awaits him within the blaugrana squad.
He has said no to making his contractual situation an obstacle to his own ambition. Keeping his position at the club is more valuable to him than an attractive move abroad. His bet is to continue under the colors of the entity that saw him grow.
Wojciech Szczęsny | @FCBarcelona
With Joan García as starter and Szczesny as second goalkeeper, ter Stegen accepts the challenge of being a vital member within the rotation. His position as third goalkeeper doesn't intimidate him, trusting he can regain prominence. This decision strengthens internal competition and revalues his legacy as one of the blaugrana emblems.
Despite the internal discomfort, the captain firmly believes in his ability to contribute. He knows that the goal is now a priority and wants to keep being a key piece in the locker room. Finally, his stay has been sealed: MARC‑ANDRÉ TER STEGEN, one of Barça's modern legends, stays.
