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Ajax explores signing Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 6:20 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Ajax explores signing Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen

Summary

Ajax is pursuing a transfer for Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen this summer. After an injury-plagued loan at Girona, ter Stegen returns to Barcelona but faces competition for the starting role. Ajax's new head coach, Michel, seeks to reunite with ter Stegen due to their previous collaboration. However, Ajax is primarily concerned about his fitness after multiple injuries, including recent surgeries. The club will assess his physical condition before proceeding with any agreement.

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Status Watch

•Michel requests Ajax to sign ter Stegen after their time together at Girona.
•Ajax prioritizes assessing ter Stegen’s fitness before finalizing a transfer.
•Ter Stegen expects to be cleared for preseason training on July 13.
•Barcelona views ter Stegen as surplus, with Joan Garcia as starting goalkeeper.
•Strong connections exist between Ajax and Barcelona facilitate negotiations.

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6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Ajax prepare process of signing Barcelona goalkeeper but want to ensure player’s fitness

What they're saying

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After an indifferent loan spell at Girona, where he was largely sidelined due to surgery, Marc-Andre ter Stegen returns to Barcelona this summer continuing to face an uncertain future at the club. In ...
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