Barcelona confirm surgery for Marc-Andre ter Stegen less than 24 hours after knee injury
Barcelona will waste no time dealing with Marc-Andre ter Stegen's horror injury, with the German goalkeeper set to undergo an operation on Monday afternoon, as confirmed by the club.
Ter StegenThe 32-year-old collapsed to the ground in agony after claiming a ball in the air against Villarreal, and was immediately stretchered off. Taken to hospital, Ter Stegen's reaction made it clear that it was a serious injury, and that he was likely to be out for a long time – it looks likely to be the end of his season, with April the earliest possible return date .
Arnau Tenas returning from PSG could perhaps be an option. @sport
— Barcacentre (@barcacentre) September 23, 2024
The Blaugrana confirmed a complete rupture of his patellar tendon on Monday, and announced that he will undergo surgery this afternoon. The club also promised a second update after the surgery.
Be strong captain ❤️ pic.twitter.com/U8yyb8W3Ne
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) September 23, 2024
All eyes are on Barcelona to see how they will respond to injury. Inaki Pena was trusted for several months in ter Stegen's absence last season, but the German was back in February. Barcelona could opt for a goalkeeper in the January transfer market, or look for one sign a new goalkeeper who is currently a free agent.
