Ajax grows impatient over unresolved ter Stegen loan from Barcelona

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Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Ajax grows impatient over unresolved ter Stegen loan from Barcelona
Summary

Marc-Andre ter Stegen's loan move from FC Barcelona to AFC Ajax is stalled, with both clubs waiting for final approval. There are administrative issues, particularly tax-related matters, delaying the transfer despite an agreement on terms. Ajax officials are frustrated by the lack of progress and have begun to consider alternative outcomes. Ter Stegen is training with Barcelona and has not commented on the situation. The deal was expected to be completed quickly, but patience is wearing thin in Amsterdam as Ajax prepares for their UEFA Europa Conference League match on July 23.

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  • •Ajax and Barcelona agreed on ter Stegen's loan terms but face delays.
  • •Tax-related issues remain unresolved, causing frustration for Ajax.
  • •Ter Stegen is still training with Barcelona and hasn't publicly addressed the situation.
  • •Ajax is preparing for multiple outcomes regarding the loan deal.
  • •Ajax's UEFA Europa Conference League fixture is on July 23.
Latest Updates
  • 7:45 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona veteran’s loan move could be delayed until August; likely to stay for England pre-season camp
  • 12:15 PMYahoo Sports — Ajax starting to grow impatient as Barcelona captain’s loan move remains unresolved
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Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s proposed loan move from FC Barcelona to AFC Ajax has entered an unexpected period of uncertainty, with the deal still awaiting final approval despite all parties having previ...

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Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s anticipated loan move to Ajax has encountered another obstacle, with the Barcelona goalkeeper now expected to remain with the squad for the start of the club’s pre-season t...

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