Barcelona veteran’s loan move to Ajax back on track as tax issues resolved – report

Barcelona veteran’s loan move to Ajax back on track as tax issues resolved – report The stalled loan transfer of goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen from FC Barcelona to AFC Ajax has officially reactivated, reports journalist Matteo Moretto . The complex tax issues that had completely blocked the deal earlier this week have now been fully resolved, clearing the main hurdle for the temporary switch for the veteran star to proceed. Solving the economic deadlock The 34-year-old German international goalkeeper had originally seen his proposed season-long loan move to the Eredivisie club stall due to disagreements over fiscal rules and tax residency laws between Spain and the Netherlands. Given the difference in taxes between the two nations, there was a minor dispute about who would make up for it. On his way to Ajax. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) The delays in the move led to some frustration in the Ajax camp , although manager Michel remained optimistic about closing the deal. “Everyone knows what is happening. Hopefully he can help us and soon we will be able to talk about him,” he said earlier in the week. However, following intense discussions, the player and the club have found a solution to resolve the tax problems. With those financial issues out of the way, Barcelona have given their approval for the move and the out-of-favour club captain’s loan exit is now back on track. A necessary move for Barcelona From a sporting perspective, the reactivated deal allows Barcelona to move forward with their summer restructuring plans under head coach Hansi Flick. Set to move on. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) The 34-year-old ace has no place in the manager’s plans as Joan Garcia is the club’s undisputed starter with Wojciech Szczesny the backup. As such, the Blaugrana have been working hard to get his salary off the books. A move to Ajax was agreed, but the fiscal issues held up the move, because of which he travelled with the first-team squad for their pre-season camp in the United Kingdom to maintain his fitness. Ter Stegen has already given his personal green light to the transfer, as he is keen to secure a guaranteed starting role with the Dutch giants, reuniting with Michel after working him with at Girona last season. With Barcelona’s approval secured, the veteran shot-stopper could soon leave the pre-season camp shortly to travel to Amsterdam for his medical tests.