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See - Sada Elbalad
3 days ago
- Sport
- See - Sada Elbalad
Barcelona Rename Ter Stegen as 1st Team's Captain
Rana Atef Barcelona have reinstated the captaincy to German goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen after he signed the medical report related to his recent surgery, the club confirmed on Friday. The 33-year-old had been stripped of the armband and faced disciplinary action after publicly discussing his recovery timeline and refusing to sign the medical report. In an official statement, Barcelona announced that ter Stegen had now signed the document, which will be submitted to La Liga, effectively halting the disciplinary measures. According to Spanish reports, the club intended to use the medical report to free up part of Ter Stegen's salary to register new signings Joan García and Marcus Rashford. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Arts & Culture Lebanese Media: Fayrouz Collapses after Death of Ziad Rahbani Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results
Business Upturn
3 days ago
- Sport
- Business Upturn
Inside the Ter Stegen controversy: What really happened between the keeper and Barcelona?
Marc-André ter Stegen, one of Barcelona's most consistent performers in recent years, has found himself at the centre of controversy — and this time, it's off the pitch. Over the last few weeks, growing tensions between the German goalkeeper and FC Barcelona have made headlines, prompting the club to open disciplinary proceedings and strip him of the captain's armband, at least temporarily. Why Is Ter Stegen in Trouble With Barcelona? The friction started when head coach Hansi Flick reportedly informed Ter Stegen that he is not in his core plans for the upcoming season. Soon after, the 33-year-old opted for back surgery to address a recurring issue — a move that immediately raised eyebrows. While Ter Stegen claimed the decision was made with full medical consultation and approval from the club, his recovery timeline became a sticking point. He publicly declared that he would be out for three months. However, Barcelona's internal assessment pegged the recovery at four months, a longer duration that would have allowed the club to temporarily register a replacement — specifically Joan Garcia — under La Liga's salary rules. To make matters worse, Ter Stegen reportedly refused to sign off on Barcelona's medical report, escalating the tension even further. Club officials, already frustrated, saw this as a breach of trust and professionalism, triggering the current disciplinary action against him. Ter Stegen Breaks Silence With speculation swirling in the media, Ter Stegen took to social media to share his version of events. In a heartfelt post, he addressed both his physical struggles and the emotional toll of the situation: 'Like any player, after suffering an injury, my sole priority has always been to return to the pitch as soon as possible,' he said. He clarified that the surgery was approved by Barcelona and done purely with his long-term career in mind. Importantly, he denied that his recovery or surgery had anything to do with clearing financial room for new signings or player registrations. 'Any alternative interpretation seems both unfair and inaccurate to me,' he added. What's Next for Ter Stegen and Barcelona? Despite the ongoing tension, Ter Stegen made it clear that he remains committed to the club and open to dialogue. He expressed a willingness to cooperate with Barcelona's management and emphasized his love for the fans and the city. 'I have a deep affection for FC Barcelona… My commitment to these colours remains absolute.' As things stand, it remains uncertain whether Barcelona and Ter Stegen can fully mend this rift before the new season kicks off. However, the keeper's public statement suggests he's hoping for a peaceful resolution — and a return to the pitch, free from off-field drama. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Business Upturn
3 days ago
- Sport
- Business Upturn
'I Love You, Culers': Marc-André ter Stegen breaks silence on injury and registration speculation
Marc-André ter Stegen has finally broken his silence on the recent controversy surrounding his injury and his current situation with FC Barcelona. The German goalkeeper shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, saying the last few months have been very difficult for him both physically and personally. Ter Stegen explained that after suffering a back injury, his only goal was to return to the pitch as soon as possible. He said the decision to undergo surgery was made after consulting top medical experts and was fully approved by the club. He also mentioned that he had publicly shared the expected recovery time, which was agreed upon with doctors and Barcelona. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marc ter Stegen (@mterstegen1) Recently, there have been rumors suggesting that his injury situation is linked to Barcelona's attempts to register new signings by reducing their wage bill. Reports claimed the club wanted to use his extended absence to temporarily remove his salary from the books, which would help with La Liga's financial fair play rules. However, Ter Stegen denied these claims. He made it clear that all signings and contract renewals were completed before his surgery, and he never believed his situation would be used to help register other players. He called such claims unfair and inaccurate. The goalkeeper also addressed reports that he had refused to sign off on the club's medical report. Barcelona reportedly wants to send this report to La Liga to confirm his long-term injury and make space on the wage bill. But Ter Stegen believes he could return earlier than expected and doesn't want to be ruled out for four months. Despite the tensions, Ter Stegen expressed his deep love for Barcelona, the city, and the fans. He said he remains fully committed to the club and is open to working with the management to find a solution. He ended his message by telling fans, 'I love you, Culers!' Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Qatar Tribune
4 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Goalkeeper Ter Stegen stripped of Barcelona captaincy
dpa Madrid Barcelona has stripped goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen of the team captaincy after disciplinary proceedings were opener against the Germany international, the Spanish club said in a statement on Thursday. 'FC Barcelona hereby announces that, following the disciplinary proceedings opened against player Marc-André ter Stegen, and until this matter is definitively resolved, the club, by mutual agreement with the Sporting Direction and the coaching staff, has decided to temporarily withdraw his role as first-team captain,' the statement read. During this period, the duties of first captain will be assumed by the current vice captain Ronald Araujo, the club added. According to media reports, the decision came after Ter Stegen refused to give his consent to medical data being passed on to the Spanish league, which prompted Barça to open disciplinary proceedings against him over the matter. Ter Stegen was reportedly at the club's training centre on Thursday but did not comment. Ter Stegen is sidelined after recently undergoing back surgery. He said on social media that he will be sidelined for around three months. Barça have not said how how long he will be absent. Without the medical report the league can't determine whether he is out long enough to allow the club to register other players. It is believed that ter Stegen was aware of this when he spoke of three months. For this reason, financially struggling Barça have been unable to register newly signed goalkeeper Joan Garcia and back-up Wojchiech Szczesny, who has renewed his contract. The Spanish league starts on August 15. Barça want to demote ter Stegen, who has been at the club since 2014, from first to third choice after the arrival of Garcia. A sale, despite a contract until 2028, would save them his big salary but that appears unlikely in this transfer period due to the injury. Earlier on Thursday, daily Mundo Deportivo said that the team, which traditionally has a saying on the captaincy issue, was backing Ter Stegen. It was not clear whether there had been a team vote, and also whether club bosses could override such a vote.
Morocco World
4 days ago
- Sport
- Morocco World
Barcelona Strip Ter Stegen of Captaincy Amid Medical Dispute
Barcelona have temporarily removed Marc-André ter Stegen from the club captaincy following a disciplinary row over his refusal to sign a medical report. The German goalkeeper, 33, has been sidelined since undergoing back surgery in France. While Barça estimate his recovery will take up to five months, Ter Stegen insists he will be fit in two to three. According to Cadena SER, the decision to strip him of the armband has not altered his stance. He remains committed to recovering and returning to the first team, to resume his role as captain. He visited the training ground earlier today and met with club doctor Ricard Pruna, but did not receive any direct communication from head coach Hansi Flick, sporting director Deco, or president Joan Laporta. The disagreement stems from Ter Stegen's preference to follow the guidance of Dr Amélie Leglise, who performed his previous successful surgery. The club views this as a recurrence and believes his absence will be longer than anticipated. Beyond the medical conflict, the player is said to be frustrated by the lack of communication from the club hierarchy. He has received no contact from Laporta since the issue began. Ter Stegen denies reports that he refused to address fans last season and is considering making a public statement. He is said to be disappointed by how the situation has been handled but remains focused on recovery and competing for his starting spot. He also welcomes the competition brought by new signing Joan Garcia and maintains good relations with the rest of the squad. Tags: Barcelonala ligaTer Stegen
