Marc-André ter Stegen was stripped of the Barcelona captaincy and replaced by Ronald Araujo due to ongoing disputes regarding his medical status. Ter Stegen's refusal to sign a consent form permitting the club to share his medical report with La Liga has contributed to the controversy. Barcelona claims his back surgery will result in a four-month absence, allowing the club to free up salary space. Araujo will temporarily assume captain duties pending resolution of Ter Stegen's situation, which has drawn criticism from former goalkeeper Santiago Canizares.
FC Barcelona hereby announces that, following the disciplinary proceedings opened against player Marc-André ter Stegen, and until this matter is definitively resolved, the club, by mutual agreement with the sporting directors and the coaching staff, has decided to temporarily withdraw his role as first-team captain.
Ter Stegen has refused to sign a consent form that would allow the club to share his medical report with La Liga.
Barcelona claims Ter Stegen's recent back surgery will keep him out for four months, enabling the club to free up salary space.
Former Spain goalkeeper Santiago Canizares criticized Ter Stegen's actions as selfish and suggested sanctions should be imposed.
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