Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen is set to travel to Amsterdam within the next 48 hours to finalize his loan transfer to Ajax, bringing an end to weeks of speculation regarding his future.
Ter Stegen Set for Ajax Loan After Barcelona Agree to Cover 90% of Wages
The German shot-stopper, who has spent 12 years at the Catalan club, will complete his medical examination in the Netherlands before Ajax officially announce his signing.
Sources close to the negotiations confirm that the deal represents a one-year loan arrangement with significant financial implications for all parties involved.
Barcelona will cover approximately 90% of Ter Stegen’s wages during his temporary spell in the Eredivisie.
The 32-year-old remains under contract with the Spanish giants until 2028, though football analysts widely predict he will not feature for Barcelona again after this loan period concludes.
The transfer encountered unexpected delays due to complex tax complications, with both the player’s representatives and Ajax disputing responsibility for the financial obligations.
After protracted negotiations, Barcelona ultimately agreed to assume these costs to ensure the move proceeded.
As a result of the impending transfer, Ter Stegen will not participate in Barcelona’s pre-season friendly matches.
The German international will instead report directly to Ajax’s training facilities following his medical assessment.
This loan move marks a significant moment in Ter Stegen’s decorated Barcelona career, which has yielded numerous trophies including five La Liga titles and one Champions League triumph.
His departure comes after the Catalan club secured other goalkeeping options for the upcoming campaign.
The experienced goalkeeper spent last season on loan at Girona FC, where he demonstrated he remains capable of performing at the highest level.
Ajax officials believe his vast experience and leadership qualities will prove invaluable as they rebuild their squad for domestic and European competitions.
Barcelona supporters will bid farewell to a player who has made over 400 appearances for the club, establishing himself as one of the most reliable goalkeepers in the club’s modern history.
The official announcement from Ajax is expected imminently, pending successful completion of the medical examination.
