Barcelona's statement confirmed that Marc ter Stegen suffered a complete rupture of the patella tendon in his right knee, which poses a significant challenge for both club and country.
The injury was severe enough that ter Stegen required surgery, leading to a recovery period that could extend from six months to as long as twelve months.
Germany's head coach, Julian Nagelsmann, expressed his shock at the news, emphasizing the impact of ter Stegen's absence on the national team, stating they would support him during recovery.
As a critical player for both FC Barcelona and the German national team, ter Stegen's injury not only affects his club's performance but also puts pressure on Nagelsmann to find a replacement.
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