Barcelona Faces Goalkeeper Shake-Up Amid Transfer Interest

FC Barcelona are moving closer to signing Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia, a step that could affect the future of current captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Club president Joan Laporta is reportedly open to offers for ter Stegen, with interest from Saudi club Al-Hilal and Manchester United. Ter Stegen, whose contract runs through 2028, recently returned from knee surgery and has stated he is unaware of any plans to transfer him, expressing confidence in remaining at Barcelona. The signing of Garcia is part of Barcelona’s long-term squad strategy and their effort to control the wage bill. The club could soon face a crowded goalkeeper position with Inaki Pena, Wojciech Szczesny, and Garcia all potentially on the roster. Despite persistent rumors, ter Stegen has publicly dismissed speculation about his departure and welcomes competition for the starting spot.