The conflict between Barcelona and Marc-Andre ter Stegen escalated to the point of stripping him of the captaincy. Ter Stegen, affected by a multiple knee ligament tear, required additional surgery, preventing his departure during the summer transfer window. Barcelona signed Joan Garcia and aimed to adjust their wage bill. The club requested Ter Stegen to sign a long-term medical leave, which would reduce his wages significantly. Ter Stegen's social media announcement regarding his injury aggravated club management, highlighting complexities in the situation as Ronald Araujo takes over captain duties temporarily.
Barcelona has decided to strip Marc-Andre ter Stegen of the captaincy following an escalating feud regarding his injury status and subsequent attempts to register new signings.
The club aims to clear 80% of Ter Stegen's wages to comply with La Liga's financial fair play rules, activated by his potential long-term medical leave.
The controversy has emerged as Ter Stegen needed more surgery to repair a knee injury, complicating his potential departure and the club's signings.
Ronald Araujo will temporarily assume the duties of captain until the matter with Ter Stegen is definitively resolved according to the club's statement.
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