Barcelona's transfer market keeps bringing surprises. In a season full of moves, one of the most unexpected is the future of the goalkeepers.
Marc-André ter Stegen's situation is in the eye of the storm, while Iñaki Peña is also on the way out. The most striking thing is that both could end up at the same club, something few had imagined.
Joan García: The new star reinforcement for the goal
Barcelona is about to make official the arrival of Joan García, the 23-year-old goalkeeper who is emerging as the major reinforcement for the goal. García, who has played for Girona so far, arrives with the clear goal of competing for the starting spot. With great potential and standing out in the Spanish league, it's a move that could leave Ter Stegen in an uncomfortable position.
Barcelona is clear that with García's arrival, the club seeks to rejuvenate its defensive line, offering more options between the posts. The arrival of the young goalkeeper opens the door to major changes in the squad. Ter Stegen, under contract until 2028, could find himself displaced.
Wojciech Szczęsny: A long-term contract?
In this scenario, Wojciech Szczęsny's name joins the conversation. The Polish goalkeeper, recently linked with Barça, is about to renew his contract for two years, until 2027. Szczęsny, with extensive experience in top-level teams, would bring stability and competition to Barça's goal, which would put even more pressure on Ter Stegen.
The possible renewal of Szczęsny reinforces the idea that Barça is planning a change between the posts. This, however, increases the uncertainty about Ter Stegen's future, who has been the pillar of the goal for years.
The uncertain future of Ter Stegen and Peña
With these moves, Ter Stegen finds himself in an uncomfortable situation. His high salary and his clear desire to remain the starter don't fit with the club's plans.
Despite being under contract until 2028, his future could be outside Camp Nou. This is where Galatasaray comes into play, who, according to information from Fotomaç, would be interested in signing the German goalkeeper.
However, the most surprising thing of all is that Galatasaray has also shown interest in Iñaki Peña. The Spanish goalkeeper, who has played on loan at several clubs, could return to the Turkish team, where he already played previously. According to several sources, the Turkish club is considering the possibility of signing both goalkeepers, creating a unique situation.
Iñaki Peña and Ter Stegen together at Galatasaray
The idea that both goalkeepers, Peña and Ter Stegen, could end up on the same team is, to say the least, surprising. Galatasaray, which is looking to strengthen its goal, could have the opportunity to sign two European-level goalkeepers. Peña, who has performed notably during his loans, would join Ter Stegen, who is seeking a change of scenery.