Barcelona struggle to move on club captain due to high salary – report

Barcelona struggle to move on club captain due to high salary – report Barcelona have a lot of transfer plans this summer, and all of them will become so much more feasible if they manage to secure an exit for club captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen. The German shot-stopper is no longer in the club’s plans, with Joan Garcia now established as the number one, and Barça need to find a solution this summer. He remains under contract at the club until 2028 and has one of the highest salaries, which is understandable given his status as captain. Now, according to AS , Barça view Ter Stegen’s situation as one of Deco’s most difficult cases this summer. The departure of Robert Lewandowski has already helped the salary structure by freeing up major space, but moving on from Ter Stegen would also be significant for registrations and squad planning. Ter Stegen’s salary an issue. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) The problem is that this is not a simple sale. Ter Stegen’s contract gives him a strong position, while his recent injury history makes it harder for clubs to commit to a permanent transfer. Ajax emerge as possible solution Ajax have shown interest, with Michel set to coach the Dutch side next season. The Spaniard already worked with Ter Stegen during his Girona loan and values the German’s experience and leadership. That connection could help, but the finances definitely do not. Ajax are not expected to pay a major transfer fee, and the most likely formula would be another loan, with Barcelona covering a significant part of the goalkeeper’s salary. A contract termination with compensation is also mentioned as a possible route , but that looks unlikely with two years still remaining on his deal. At minimum, Ter Stegen would be expected to demand a large part of what he is owed. Ajax could offer a way out. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) Barça need a clean ending This is a very uncomfortable conversation for Barcelona. Ter Stegen is one of the great goalkeepers of the club’s modern era, but the current sporting plan has clearly moved on. However, his legacy is a bit complicated , especially with the way he has behaved in the last couple of seasons. Hansi Flick is counting on Joan Garcia as his number one, while Wojciech Szczesny is expected to continue as the second goalkeeper. The positive detail is that Ter Stegen is more open to finding a solution than he was last summer. He knows he is not in Flick’s plans and wants to feel like a footballer again. Getting Ter Stegen off the wage books once and for all would be the best situation for Barça this summer. However, that is not realistic. If Ajax can offer Ter Stegen minutes, status and a familiar coach, and the veteran agrees to move there, Barcelona will likely have to pay part of his salary to save the rest, and it remains to be seen how things play out.