Barcelona veteran returns to pre-season training as loan move remains on hold

Barcelona veteran returns to pre-season training as loan move remains on hold According to Mundo Deportivo , Marc-Andre ter Stegen returned to training with Barcelona on Friday as his proposed loan move to AFC Ajax remains on hold while the final administrative details are resolved. The German goalkeeper had been absent from Thursday’s session with the club’s permission as work continued behind the scenes to finalise his departure. However, he reported back to the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper today to continue his preparations. Loan deal still awaiting final green light According to the report, the transfer has not yet been fully finalised. While Barcelona and Ajax have reached an agreement, and personal terms between Barcelona and the player are also in place, the move still requires Ter Stegen’s final approval before it can be officially completed. Still waiting for the move. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) Sources indicate that the goalkeeper spent part of Friday dealing with tax-related paperwork, one of the remaining issues delaying the transaction. Other reports suggest he also left the process frustrated as negotiations continue. Ajax are understood to be waiting patiently for the situation to be resolved, believing there is nothing more they can do until the player gives his definitive approval. Financial terms already agreed The delay is unrelated to Ter Stegen’s salary. Barcelona are expected to continue covering the majority of the goalkeeper’s wages during the loan spell, while Ajax’s contribution will vary depending on the number of appearances he makes throughout the season. Ter Stegen is eager to secure the transfer and reunite with Michel, who signed him on loan at Girona in the second half of the last season. Back in training at Barcelona for now. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) Barcelona, for their part, are also intent on parting ways with their first captain as he is no longer a part of Hansi Flick’s plans. His exit would offer a relief on the salary space even if it would be small on. Ajax, too, are very much hopeful of completing the deal at the earliest given their season kicks off shortly as they will participate in the UEFA Europa Conference League qualifiers next week. For now, all parties remain optimistic that the deal will be completed soon, with the final decision resting in the hands of the German international.