Wed Sep 25 08:44:33 UTC 2024: ## Barcelona Boss Picks Szczesny to Replace Injured Ter Stegen

**Barcelona**, Spain – FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has reportedly chosen former Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny to replace the injured Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Ter Stegen was stretchered off the field during Barcelona’s 5-1 victory over Villarreal on Sunday, suffering what appears to be a season-ending knee injury.

While Flick has expressed confidence in Inaki Pena, Ter Stegen’s usual backup, the manager acknowledged the need for further options, particularly considering the youth of the other goalkeepers in the squad.

Following a meeting with Sporting Director Deco, Flick was presented with two potential free agent options: Szczesny, a retired legend from Juventus, and Keylor Navas, a former Real Madrid goalkeeper. Flick ultimately decided on Szczesny, reportedly influenced by positive feedback from fellow countryman Robert Lewandowski.

La Liga regulations allow Barcelona to sign a replacement for Ter Stegen due to his injury, provided the player is a free agent and earns no more than 80% of Ter Stegen’s salary. It remains to be seen how quickly Barcelona will move to finalize the signing of the experienced Polish goalkeeper.

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