Ter Stegen vs Barcelona: Medical Dispute Triggers Internal Turmoil and Transfer Shift
Ter Stegen vs Barcelona: Medical Dispute Triggers Internal Turmoil and Transfer Shift
Tensions have erupted at FC Barcelona with the club set to take disciplinary action against star goalkeeper Marc Andre ter Stegen over dispute related to his back injury.
What Sparked the Crisis?
According to Mundo Deportivo confirmed by club spokesperson to DPA, Barcelona's unhappy with Ter Stegen's refusal to authorize the release of his medical report to La Liga's medical committee .. a move that complicates the club's plans for replacement.
Medical privacy rules in Spain mean player consent's required to share injury details. While Barca acknowledges Ter Stegen's rights they insist players have professional obligation to cooperate.
Why It Matters for Barcelona
The disagreement comes at sensitive time: Barcelona believes Ter Stegen will be out for four months while the player himself publicly estimated 3 month.
Under La Liga regulations , 4 month layoff would allow Barca to reinvest 80% of his salary to sign temporary replacement .. a crucial option for the financially struggling Catalan giants.
New Goalkeeping Plan Emerges
With doubts over the German's availability , Barca's turning to Juan Garcoa, recently signed from rivals Espanyol as their new starting keeper. Reports claim Ter Stegen could be demoted to 3rd choice once he returns.
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