Barcelona Considers Legal Action Against Ter Stegen

Tensions have escalated between FC Barcelona and goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen after he refused to authorize the release of his medical report to La Liga’s medical commission, preventing the club from classifying his injury as long-term and using most of his salary space for new signings. Barcelona, facing financial fair play constraints, have initiated disciplinary proceedings and are now considering legal action and internal sanctions, with some board members questioning Ter Stegen’s captaincy. The standoff has left several new players, including Joan Garcia, Marcus Rashford, and Roony Bardghji, unregistered for the upcoming season, while only Ter Stegen and Iñaki Peña remain eligible as goalkeepers. Ter Stegen maintains his right to medical privacy and rejects transfer rumors, insisting he will stay and fight for his place at the club. The situation reflects unprecedented and bitter internal conflict, adding to Barcelona’s ongoing registration and financial challenges. The club argues that Ter Stegen's refusal is damaging both economically and competitively.