Ter Stegen sends emotional message as recent injury ruins major season goal | OneFootball

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen has finally addressed fans after suffering a serious injury that will keep him out for several months. 

The German shot-stopper, who had recently joined Girona on loan in search of regular minutes, now faces a long recovery period.

It was confirmed yesterday that Ter Stegen will undergo surgery after sustaining a hamstring injury. 

Early estimates suggest he could be out for around four months, which effectively ends his hopes of playing at the upcoming World Cup, which was one of his main targets for the season.

After a difficult spell, the goalkeeper had started to feel important again at Girona. 

However, his loan adventure lasted just two matches before the injury brought everything to a sudden halt.

Opening up to the fans

In an emotional message posted on his official Instagram account, Ter Stegen opened up about the situation and shared his thoughts with supporters.

At the start of his statement, he spoke about his mindset and how he is trying to deal with the setback. 

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“Most of you don’t know me personally, so I want to share something with you. I am a positive person. 

“I have always had this mindset and have carried it with me through every challenge I have faced, but this one is proving particularly difficult for me,” he begins his message.

He then explained how the injury occurred and how warmly he had been welcomed at Girona before the setback. 

“Last weekend, the worst happened: I got injured during the game. I had just arrived in Girona, where from the very first minute I was treated with great affection and warmth. 

“I was really looking forward to being part of the team and helping to achieve our common goal. Now my role has had to change completely, but my support for the team will not. 

“It’s not just a great group of players and coaching staff; it feels like a family, and from the beginning, I have felt their support and closeness,” he acknowledges.

Towards the end of his message, the Barcelona goalkeeper accepted the reality of the situation and confirmed his decision to undergo surgery. 

“As athletes, our greatest joy is competing: training and playing. I have to put all that on hold for several months, as I have decided to undergo surgery. I will be back,” he concludes.