Manchester City is experiencing a key summer to redefine its squad after a disappointing season. The early elimination from the Champions League and the difficulties competing in the Premier League have led Pep Guardiola to make drastic decisions. The Catalan coach has asked the board to strengthen several strategic positions with players who fit his play style.
After the winter signings of Nico González, Omar Marmoush, and Khusanov, and the recent additions of Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki, Pep Guardiola keeps demanding new faces. The coach is determined to build an even more competitive team and doesn't rule out looking at FC Barcelona to find the profile he needs in a key position.
In Manchester City's plans
One of Pep's priorities is to strengthen the goalkeeping position. Ederson's inconsistency, whose mistakes have cost City important points, has opened the door to a change in that position. This is where Marc-André ter Stegen comes in, current goalkeeper for Barça.
The German's situation at Camp Nou is not the best after the arrival of Joan García and Hansi Flick's decision to bet on a generational change. City's interest in Ter Stegen represents an opportunity for both the player and the Catalan club.
In Manchester, they believe the German international has all the qualities Guardiola seeks: excellent footwork, reliability between the posts, and leadership. That's why the Spanish coach has reportedly given the green light to a deal that could accelerate in the coming weeks.
Move that benefits Barça
From Camp Nou, Ter Stegen's possible departure is starting to be seen as a logical option. The goalkeeper has a contract until 2028 and a high salary that limits the club's financial moves. If Manchester City submits an attractive offer, Joan Laporta's board could see it as a way to ease the wage bill and bring in money to strengthen other positions.
In addition, Flick believes Joan García is ready to take on the starting role and lead the goal in the new project. This way, Ter Stegen's transfer would solve one of Barça's structural problems and allow progress in other pending market operations.