Big blow for Barça?

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By: Manu Tournoux

Big blow for Barça?

Still bothered by his back, Marc-André ter Stegen may ultimately have to undergo surgery.

The news is not good for Marc-André ter Stegen. Hampered by back pain, the German goalkeeper has not played FC Barcelona’s last three matches since the international break. But this forced rest did not allow him to get better, and Sport indicates that an operation is now being considered for the former Mönchengladbach player. “A meeting is planned for this Monday between the staff and the medical services to assess the situation and decide what to do next”indicates the Catalan daily.

If he were to play the game, Ter Stegen would be out for a long time, which would inevitably be a big blow for Xavi and the Blaugrana. The good news is that Inaki Pena is providing a quality interim for the moment, like his performance on Sunday evening against Atlético (1-0).

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.