"Ter Stegen has fallen down the pecking order at Girona, becoming the third-choice goalkeeper behind Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny. The Copa del Rey clash against Racing Santander last week made it clear that he would not be getting any minutes if he stayed, jeopardising his chances to be Germany's No. 1 at the World Cup. As such, the 33-year-old has given the green light to a move to Girona, having turned down a proposal from West Ham United in the Premier League."
"Although it would be his first week with the team, the Girona coaching staff's idea is for Ter Stegen to start immediately and make his debut in front of his new supporters. The club believe that he can have an immediate impact in a position that has raised doubts throughout the season. For that reason, they want to accelerate his adaptation and give him responsibility from the outset. The signing has created great excitement among Girona supporters. The arrival of a goalkeeper with Ter Stegen's level is seen as a clear step up in quality and a statement of ambition at a particularly delicate moment. This enthusiasm is shared above all by Girona manager Michel, who has spoken with the player on several occasions to explain the project and convey the"
Marc-Andre ter Stegen is close to joining Girona on loan as all parties progress through the final stages of an agreement. He dropped to third-choice goalkeeper behind Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny, and a recent Copa del Rey match confirmed he would get no minutes if he stayed, risking his Germany No. 1 World Cup position. The 33-year-old accepted the Girona move and rejected West Ham United. Ter Stegen prioritises regular playing time and staying near his children in Barcelona. Girona have invited his entourage to the Getafe match and plan to start him immediately, creating excitement among supporters and manager Michel.
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