Ter Stegen is leaving, Flick has confirmed it, he already has a destination: 'His new team will be...'

The situation of Ter Stegen is starting to become clear right at the moment when he has returned to group dynamics. The Barça captain has been sidelined for several months after his back surgery, but yesterday we could already see him sitting on Camp Nou bench. However, despite his return, Flick's plans have been set for some time now, and the German goalkeeper is not included in them.

The reality is that Ter Stegen can no longer be a starter due to the arrival of Joan García. After weeks of internal analysis, the coaching staff have determined that the team needs stability and continuity in such a delicate position as the goal. This leaves him without a clear place in the rotation, forcing him to look for a way out in the January transfer window.

Flick clarifies the future of Ter Stegen

Joan García has taken over the starting spot with unexpected maturity, showing confidence between the posts and a ball-playing ability that fits perfectly with Hansi Flick's model. His performance has been so solid that the coach has stated emphatically that there will be no changes in goal. "I'm glad to have Ter Stegen back, but it's clear: Joan García will remain the starting goalkeeper", Flick said emphatically before the match against Eintracht.

The coach has been clear and direct in the press conference, making it clear that Joan is the undisputed starter. With that, Ter Stegen has understood that his departure is only a matter of time. It is a tough situation, but one the goalkeeper has accepted with professionalism.

On top of all this, there is a decisive factor: the World Cup is very close. Ter Stegen needs to play, no matter what, if he wants to compete in the international tournament with guarantees and avoid permanently losing his place in the German National Team. That urgency has sped up all internal conversations and has forced the club to look for a quick solution.

Ter Stegen's destination seems clear

Given the need to leave, the most realistic option for Ter Stegen is in Türkiye. There, several teams are interested in taking him on loan, offering him an immediate starting spot and guaranteeing him a competitive environment until the end of the season. However, the club pushing hardest is Besiktas.

The deal could be closed as a loan without a purchase option, just as Barça want. The club want to keep control over Ter Stegen's future, especially considering that he could be a starter in the World Cup and that he still has a contract until 2028. If he has a good World Cup, he could return to Barça or even find a more ambitious destination.