The website "Fichajes" revealed that German goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen is seriously considering leaving FC Barcelona during the upcoming winter transfer window, but the reason is not solely related to him being benched behind Juan Garcia.

According to the same source, Ter Stegen is going through a difficult phase at Barcelona due to a decline in his consistency caused by injuries, as well as changes in his position as goalkeeper, after Juan Garcia took advantage of the opportunities he received and delivered convincing performances with the team.

The report explained that Ter Stegen's primary goal is to ensure regular participation, as he aims to appear as the first-choice goalkeeper for the German national team in the upcoming World Cup. This requires full readiness and consistent play, rather than relying solely on his historical status or previous experience.

The website pointed out that the competition within the German national team remains intense, and that Ter Stegen's lack of sufficient playing time with Barcelona could negatively affect his international prospects, leading him to view the limited appearances as a fundamental issue that goes beyond the matter of ranking within the team.

In the same context, Barcelona is going through a transitional phase that has affected the goalkeeper position. The frequent injuries of the German goalkeeper have necessitated the search for alternatives, with Juan García emerging as a reliable option. This has sparked an internal discussion about the short- and medium-term future of the position.

The report confirmed that Barcelona's management is not seeking to force Ter Stegen's departure, but they do not rule out the possibility if the player decides to pursue a new experience, especially since his exit could ease financial burdens and help the club plan more clearly for the future.

The report indicated that the January transfer market could represent a crucial turning point, whether through a loan or a permanent transfer, amid interest from clubs seeking an experienced goalkeeper. It also confirmed that Ter Stegen is unwilling to sacrifice his global ambitions for a season in which he lacks regular playing time.