"The headline on Tuesday night, when FC Barcelona announced their starting lineup for the Copa del Rey clash against CD Guadalajara, was that Marc-Andre ter Stegen was named in the team ahead of Wojciech Szczesny. With Joan Garcia rested, it was widely expected that the Polish goalkeeper would take his place in the team. As such, it came as quite a surprise when Hansi Flick opted to go with Ter Stegen, who had only recently returned to the squad after recovering from back surgery."
"Now, according to SPORT, Ter Stegen is not part of Barcelona's long-term plans despite the fact that he got a start in the Copa del Rey clash on Tuesday. The decision to start him was taken solely by Hansi Flick, who considered it fair in recognition of the effort the German has made in recent months. But Ter Stegen's solid minutes and the trust shown by the coach do not alter the club's roadmap in any way."
Hansi Flick selected Marc-Andre ter Stegen to start the Copa del Rey tie against CD Guadalajara, surprising many after Joan Garcia was rested. Ter Stegen recently returned from back surgery and received the start as recognition for his professionalism and effort. Barcelona and the coaching staff regard Joan Garcia as the long-term first-choice goalkeeper, and the club's sporting project does not prioritize Ter Stegen. The club’s roadmap remains unchanged despite his appearance, leaving Ter Stegen to determine whether to pursue an exit in January or a likely departure next summer.
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