Barcelona’s coaching staff, under Hansi Flick, is reconsidering Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s status as the first-choice goalkeeper, particularly if Joan Garcia from Espanyol is signed. Garcia, a highly rated young keeper, is seen as a long-term solution, and if brought in, he is expected to take over the starting role, raising concerns for Ter Stegen’s future and his chances for the German national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite being under contract until 2028, the consensus at Barcelona suggests it may be time to transition to a younger goalkeeper, potentially signaling the end of Ter Stegen’s era at the club.
