Ajax remain interested in Barcelona captain but there is no offer on the table – Report | OneFootball

Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s future remains open, but FC Barcelona have not yet received a formal offer from Ajax despite the Dutch club’s clear interest.

The German goalkeeper has two years left on his contract, but his role under Hansi Flick has changed completely. He is no longer viewed as the starter or even the second-choice option, which naturally opens the door to a summer exit.

Ajax have been linked with a loan move for weeks, largely because of Michel Sanchez. The new Ajax coach worked briefly with Ter Stegen at Girona and wants him for his project in Amsterdam.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Ajax’s interest is genuine, but the situation has not advanced into an official proposal.

Salary issue remains key for Barcelona

Barcelona are watching the situation with interest because a positive solution would help the club reduce its wage bill. Ter Stegen remains one of the senior figures in the squad, and his salary is a major part of the equation.

A loan would only truly help Barca if Ajax take on a meaningful part of his wages. That may prove difficult, but it is the detail that will decide whether the operation becomes useful for the club.

The report adds that Jordi Cruyff, Ajax’s sporting director, has already asked about Ter Stegen’s situation through direct contact with people at Barcelona. That shows the interest is serious, even if no bid has arrived.

For Barca supporters, this is a familiar type of market story. There is a sporting fit, a coach who wants the player, and a club willing to listen. However, until it appears on paper, nothing is certain.

Ter Stegen’s status makes the matter even more delicate. He has been important for Barcelona for years, so any exit should be handled with respect. At the same time, Flick’s hierarchy is clear, and the club cannot ignore its financial needs.

Ajax may be the right destination, but Barcelona need more than interest. They need an actual proposal and, above all, a salary-sharing plan that makes the move worth doing.