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Barca boss Hansi Flick reshapes goalkeeping hierarchy ahead of 2025/26 season

Ter Stegen Dropped to Third-Choice Goalkeeper at Barcelona Under Flick

Veteran German goalkeeper Marc Andre ter Stegen's set to become Barcelona's 3rd choice option between the sticks next season according to multiple Spanish media reports on Saturday.

Flick Delivers His Verdict

As per Sport, new head coach Hansi Flick's already informed the 33 year old that Juan Garcia & Wojciech Szczesny are now ahead of him in the pecking order.

The revelation marks major shift at Camp Nou especially after Ter Stegen’s long standing status as undisputed starter.

Further reports from Mundo Deportivo claim Flick doesn't intend to rely on the German international at all in the upcoming campaign.

Decision Time for Ter Stegen

Despite the demotion, the former Borussia Monchengladbach star , who's under contract with Barca until 2028 , has been given the freedom to either stay and compete or seek transfer.

Szczesny who replaced Ter Stegen during his 7 month knee injury absence beginning in Sep 2024 has reportedly impressed the coaching staff.

Barcelona also signed Juan Garcia this summer and extended Szczesny's contract, further cementing their future goalkeeping plans.

Transfer Interest Builds

A number of European clubs including Chelsea, Manchester City, Man United, Galatasaray and AS Monaco are said to be monitoring Ter Stegen’s situation closely.