Ter Stegen Agrees to Swap Barcelona for European Giant

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen has reportedly agreed to a loan move to Ajax, according to Catalan media. Sources indicate the German international is even prepared to begin training with the Amsterdam giants as early as next week.

Ter Stegen was reportedly swayed to join Ajax by the presence of former Barcelona executive Jordi Cruyff, now leading the new club project, and manager Míchel, who previously brought him to Girona on loan last season. However, the goalkeeper only made two appearances under Míchel's guidance due to a severe muscle injury, which also ruled him out of the 2026 World Cup.

With the 34-year-old player's approval secured, only one hurdle remains for his transfer to Ajax: an agreement on his salary. It is believed that Ajax can only afford to cover 15% of his wages, meaning the majority of his salary would need to be paid by the Spanish champions.