Ter Stegen Nears Ajax Move as Barcelona Decide German Goalkeeper’s Future Before England Camp
German goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen is close to joining Ajax on loan, with Barcelona preparing to finalize his situation before the team’s preseason camp in England.
🧤 Ter Stegen Close to Leaving Barcelona
The loan move of German goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen to Ajax is progressing rapidly, with all parties close to reaching a final agreement over the details of the deal.
The goalkeeper is now expected to miss Barcelona’s preseason camp in England as his transfer to the Dutch league approaches.
🔵 Barcelona Finalizing Loan Deal
According to Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo", Barcelona are currently completing the final details of Ter Stegen’s loan move to Ajax.
The report added that the German goalkeeper has given an initial approval to Ajax’s proposal, which helped accelerate negotiations between both sides.
🚪 Possible Departure Before England Camp
Reports indicate that the 34-year-old goalkeeper is now close to leaving Barcelona, making him unlikely to travel with the squad to Saint George’s Park in Birmingham, England.
Barcelona will hold their preseason training camp there until August 3 as preparations continue for the new season.
💰 Ter Stegen’s Salary Details
Reports revealed that Ajax will only cover around 10% of Ter Stegen’s salary during the loan spell, while Barcelona will continue paying the majority of his wages.
The German goalkeeper remains under contract with Barcelona until 2028, with a salary structure that increases over time.
Ter Stegen had previously agreed to postpone part of his financial payments to help Barcelona register new players under financial fair play regulations.
⚪ Ajax Push for German Goalkeeper
Ajax’s move for Ter Stegen comes after direct approval from head coach Mitchell Sanchez, who believes the German goalkeeper would be a major addition to the squad next season.
The Dutch club hopes to benefit from Ter Stegen’s extensive experience at the highest level of European football.
🏆 European Opportunity with Ajax
If the deal is completed before July 31, Ter Stegen will be eligible to participate with Ajax in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League.
Ajax are close to advancing after defeating Serbian side Vojvodina Novi Sad 4-1 in the first leg, with the return match still to come.
The Dutch side would face the winner of the tie between Shelbourne of Ireland and Nõmme Kalju of Estonia in the next round.
📅 Ajax Season Opener
Ajax are scheduled to begin their Dutch league campaign on August 9, when they face Zwolle away from home in the opening match of the new season.
Fans are now waiting for the official announcement of the deal as Ter Stegen prepares for a possible new chapter away from Barcelona after a long career at Camp Nou. 🔵🔴
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