Barcelona’s Marc-André Ter Stegen to Undergo Surgery, Will Miss Three Months

Barcelona’s goalkeeper, Marc-André ter Stegen, will have back surgery. He expects to be out for three months but has assured fans he is still fully committed to the club during his recovery. As per a previous report, rumors about Ter Stegen moving from Barcelona to Inter Milan are false.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Ter Stegen announced he will have surgery to fix a long-standing back issue. In a message to fans, he said he feels physically strong but not pain-free. After consulting doctors, he decided surgery is the best way to recover quickly. Ter Stegen will be out for approximately three months, but he made it clear he is not leaving Barcelona. He will continue to support the team from the sidelines. Ter Stegen thanked fans for their support and promised to keep them informed about his progress.

BIGGER IMPLICATIONS FOR BARCELONA

Ter Stegen’s surgery comes at a tough time for Barcelona. Last season, they won LaLiga, well ahead Real Madrid, and exited the Champions League in the semi-finals. The club has already signed Marcus Rashford and Joan Garcia this summer, with an option to buy Rashford for £40 million next summer, and they will pay his full wage of £325,000 a week according to a recent update from reports. As Ter Stegen is out for about three months, Barcelona cannot use the long-term injury rule to free up salary space, as that rule usually needs a four-month absence. This situation puts pressure on Joan Garcia, who may have to become the starting goalkeeper soon after joining the team. It also means Barcelona will need key performances from Rashford and other newcomers at the start of the new season.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR BARÇA AND TER STEGEN?

Barcelona’s first match of the 2025/26 LaLiga season is against Mallorca, who finished mid-table last season and will be strong opponents. With Real Madrid as top contenders again, every early point is crucial. Barcelona finished as winners, ahead of Real and Atletico de Madrid in third. Joan Garcia is expected to start in goal while Ter Stegen heals. The club will track Ter Stegen’s recovery and update supporters on his progress, hoping he can return before the year ends to help in both league and Champions League challenges.