This season, FC Barcelona showcases a clear difference between the loans of its goalkeepers, Iñaki Peña and Ter Stegen, according to the Spanish newspaper 'Mundo Deportivo.'

Iñaki Peña, the 26-year-old young goalkeeper, was loaned to Elche without the so-called fear clause, granting him the freedom to participate in matches against any team, including Barcelona itself.

As of the 21st round of the league, Peña participated in 14 matches during which he conceded 22 goals. Statistically, he surpasses prominent goalkeepers in the league, ranking fifth among the goalkeepers with the most saves, averaging up to 4 saves per match, outperforming Thibaut Courtois of Real Madrid and Unai Simón of Athletic Bilbao.

On the other hand, Ter Stegen, the 33-year-old German international goalkeeper, was recently loaned to Girona until the end of the season, but his loan included a fear clause, as Barcelona bears a significant part of his salary. This clause limits his participation against the Catalan club and restricts his freedom to play in other matches, making his participation limited compared to Peña.

This fundamental difference between the two loans reflects Barcelona's strategy in managing its goalkeepers. While Peña benefited from a loan that grants him continuity and the opportunity to showcase his abilities, restrictions were placed on Ter Stegen to protect the club's financial and competitive interests. Peña remains capable of strengthening his position as a primary goalkeeper and proving his worth in upcoming matches, while Ter Stegen remains an experienced goalkeeper, but his participation is limited due to the loan conditions.