Marc ter Stegen has revitalised his career at AFC Ajax. The 34-year-old goalkeeper, who joined on a season-long loan from FC Barcelona this summer, has made a solid start in Amsterdam, earning a recall to the German national team as a result.
Barcelona view the experienced keeper's fine form as an opportunity. The Spanish club plans to sell Ter Stegen next year while he is on loan at Ajax and rebuilding his value. "Ter Stegen himself prioritised a move to Ajax," Diario Sport reported. The Catalan club hopes a fully fit Ter Stegen can command a substantial transfer fee in the summer of 2027, particularly from interested Premier League sides.
The goalkeeper accepted earlier this season that his time at Barcelona was over and deliberately chose a prominent role at Ajax. Head coach Michel Sanchez, who also worked with him at Girona last season, took a calculated gamble. Ter Stegen suits Ajax's build-up style perfectly and has already demonstrated his qualities with the ball and as a shot-stopper.
His return to the Germany squad under manager Jürgen Klopp, including a strong nine-save performance against the Netherlands, shows his regained level. Despite a disappointing game against PSV Eindhoven, his overall contribution has been positive.
For Ajax, currently fifth in the Eredivisie with 14 points, Ter Stegen is a key addition this season. His experience and composure are vital for a team aiming to return to the summit. The coming weeks, with a home fixture against NEC Nijmegen on October 10th, offer him further chances to cement his form. Fans can view the full squad and upcoming fixtures on our site. His Barcelona contract runs until mid-2027, but his future beyond this season almost certainly lies elsewhere.
The report in full is at roundtable.io
