Europa Press Hansi Flick orders it, out in January, the win against Girona is the proof
The German coach, like everyone else, is clear that he has saved Barça against Girona and the consequences of that
FC Barcelona has secured a dramatic victory against Girona thanks to a goal from Araújo in the 93rd minute. The Uruguayan came on as a "9" in the final minutes of the match and gave the win to the culers. For many, he was the MVP of the match, although Hansi Flick is very clear that the best was someone else.
Barça struggled more than expected to secure the three points. Girona had all kinds of chances. However, Szczesny, starting due to Joan García's injury, emerged as the standout figure of the match with decisive interventions that saved the team at crucial moments.
Szczesny saves Barça
The Polish goalkeeper delivered a sensational performance, especially in the final stretch of the first half. He stopped a clear one-on-one against Portu and was particularly sharp on a shot from Vanat inside the box. Thanks to Szczesny, Barça reached stoppage time with a chance, where Araújo finally sealed the winning goal with a spectacular header.
The final whistle was a relief for the culer fans and a reaffirmation for Hansi Flick. The German coach has found a reliable and authoritative guardian in Szczesny, capable of performing at a very high level under pressure. His performance against Girona confirmed that he can easily be the second goalkeeper, even with Ter Stegen in the squad.
Ter Stegen has to leave
The Pole's performance has direct consequences for the German's future. Ter Stegen has been under scrutiny within the club for months, and his departure now seems only a matter of time. Flick himself, who knows the goalkeeper well from his time with the national team, doesn't seem willing to trust him with the starting spot again.
The hierarchy is clear: Joan García is number one and Szczesny is his backup. In this scenario, Ter Stegen will have to look for a new destination if he wants to be the starter for Germany at the 2026 World Cup. The victory against Girona has made it clear who Flick's chosen ones are, and the German, for the first time, is closer to leaving than staying at Barça.
In the culer locker room, no one doubts it: Szczesny has earned his place through hard work and reliability. Hansi Flick has made it clear with his decisions. The Pole has spoken on the field and his message is clear: Ter Stegen, out in January.
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