Marc-Andre ter Stegen returns to Barcelona to finalize Ajax loan deal

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Marc-Andre ter Stegen returns to Barcelona to finalize Ajax loan deal
Summary

Marc-Andre ter Stegen has returned to Barcelona after cutting short his summer holiday to expedite a loan move to Ajax. The German goalkeeper is awaiting final approval for the transfer, with personal terms reportedly agreed. Ajax's formal proposal seeks an initial loan rather than a permanent transfer, but salary negotiations remain unresolved. Ter Stegen aims for more playing time after falling in the order at Barcelona, where he is now third in the goalkeeping hierarchy. Ajax coach Michel, who previously worked with Ter Stegen, supports the move, but the clubs need to find common ground financially.

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  • Ter Stegen cuts holiday to push for Ajax loan transfer.
  • Personal terms agreed; clubs resolving remaining contract details.
  • Ajax only capable of covering part of Ter Stegen's wages.
  • Ter Stegen hopes to reunite with coach Michel at Ajax.
  • Barcelona acknowledges offer, but financial discussions are ongoing.
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  • 11:15 AMYahoo SportsBarcelona captain cuts holiday short to fast-track Ajax loan move
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Marc-Andre ter Stegen appears determined to accelerate the next chapter of his career after cutting short his summer break and returning to Barcelona ahead of a potential move to Ajax.According to Ger...

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