"After a long period on the sidelines and away from regular first-team football, the switch offers Ter Stegen something he has badly lacked in recent years - continuity, confidence, and a genuine chance to relaunch his career at the highest level. From a sporting perspective, the motivation behind the move is clear that Ter Stegen is desperate to return to a consistent run of matches in order to strengthen his case ahead of the FIFA World Cup in 2026."
"Over the last two years alone, Ter Stegen has spent 439 days sidelined, missing 92 matches combined for Barcelona and the German national team. That lack of regular football has inevitably had consequences. Without continuity, his performances gradually declined. The situation also led to growing tension between the player and the club. While there have been disagreements on both sides, the conclusion was unavoidable that a clean break, even temporarily, was necessary."
Marc-Andre ter Stegen moved on loan to Girona to obtain continuity, confidence, and a chance to relaunch his career at the highest level. He has lacked regular first-team football after a prolonged period on the sidelines. Ter Stegen is seeking consistent matches to strengthen his case for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, prioritizing minutes over reputation. Recent seasons were marred by injuries and bad luck, leaving him sidelined for 439 days and causing him to miss 92 matches for club and country. Reduced continuity harmed his performances and increased tensions with Barcelona, prompting a temporary clean break. At Girona he aims to stay fit, play regularly, and rediscover form.
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