Foot Africa
·4 February 2026
Ter Stegen to have hamstring surgery, Girona confirm

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·4 February 2026

Goalkeeper’s loan spell hit by serious hamstring problem

Ter Stegen to have hamstring surgery, Girona confirm
Girona announced that Marc-Andre ter Stegen will undergo surgery on Friday after suffering a left hamstring injury in La Liga.
Spanish club Girona have confirmed that German goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen will undergo surgery following the injury he suffered in recent weeks.
Ter Stegen picked up the problem during Girona’s league match against Real Oviedo after joining the club on loan from Barcelona in January.
The injury is described as serious setback coming at a key stage of the season as the goalkeeper looks to secure regular playing time.
Girona released short statement on their official X account confirming that Ter Stegen will have surgery on Friday due to issue in his left hamstring tendon.
The club added that the length of his recovery period will only become clear after the medical procedure has been completed. Girona who currently sit 12th in La Liga with 25 point, did not provide expected return date.
The news raised questions about Ter Stegen’s availability for Germany ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Earlier reports suggested he could be sidelined for more than two month followed by rehabilitation phase that may affect his match sharpness.
At 33 the goalkeeper is determined to remain in contention at international level but the injury adds uncertainty to his plans after moving to Girona in search of consistent minutes.
Ter Stegen joined Girona on loan after struggling to win the trust of Barcelona coach Hansi Flick who has preferred goalkeeper Joan Garcia in recent months.
The move was meant to help Ter Stegen regain form through regular appearances but this injury setback now threatens to disrupt his short-term future.








































