Marc-André ter Stegen is making progress toward a full recovery from his back injury. The Barcelona captain has been sidelined since the summer after undergoing surgery to address an ongoing issue with his back.
Initially, it was feared that he might not return until 2026, but positive developments have been observed for the German goalkeeper.
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Ter Stegen Set to Resume Training Soon
According to Mundo Deportivo, Ter Stegen is currently undertaking individual training on the pitch at the Ciutat Esportiva in an effort to hasten his return, as timelines are crucial.
The expectation is that he will be able to rejoin team training by late November or early December and will receive medical clearance before the year concludes.
Focused on a return. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)
After completing the initial phase of his recovery at home, the 33-year-old has been participating in training sessions with Hansi Flick for several days, still working individually away from the main squad and other goalkeepers.
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Ter Stegen is eager to make himself available as soon as possible, with an eye on his professional future. According to club sources, he is on the right track.
While he has expressed his intention to compete for the starting goalkeeper position at Barça, Ter Stegen understands that he may not be Flick’s first choice. Consequently, a transfer could become a viable option.
His goal is to regain match fitness, which is why he is eager to return to action.
Reports from Turkey indicate that multiple clubs have shown interest in acquiring him for the second half of the season. However, there are currently no concrete developments on this front.