Barcelona star to miss 4-5 months with injury
This, of course, comes after the German was forced under the knife on Tuesday.
Ter Stegen announced last week that, alongside Barcelona's medical team, he had made the call to undergo surgery.
As much comes with the 33-year-old having failed to shake off a long-standing lower back problem.
After sitting out pre-season training in Catalunya's capital amid ongoing speculation surrounding his future, Ter Stegen, in turn, made the trip to France earlier today.
And as confirmed in an official statement across Barcelona's website and social media platforms, the shot-stopper has since undergone successful surgery.
One key detail omitted from Barca's announcement regarding Ter Stegen was just how long the club's long-time no.1 is expected to be out of action.
But as alluded to above, an insight into as much has since been forthcoming online.
As per a report from journalist :
'The club insists: it's 4 to 5 months out.'
Conor Laird – GSFN
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