Barcelona are keen on the idea of captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen having surgery to resolve an ongoing back issue. The German goalkeeper is weighing up the decision, which could resolve some short-term

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen has reportedly been advised to undergo surgery on the back problem that has been bothering him. Ter Stegen has been training away from the group in pre-season, due to the issue, and may be forced to go under the knife to fix the problem

Plenty of conspiracy theories emerged after Ter Stegen was nowhere to be found during Barcelona's first few training sessions of the pre-season. Many theorized his absence was a sign of protest, with Joan García emerging as the favorite to be Hansi Flick's starter in goal next season.