Girona ready to go all out for Barcelona captain in January | OneFootball

Girona are preparing for one of the most ambitious moves in their history, and it centres on one of the biggest names in Spanish football. 

According to a recent report from Mundo Deportivo, the Catalan side is ready to go all out in their attempt to sign Marc-Andre ter Stegen if even the smallest window of opportunity opens up.

Girona are fully aware that landing a goalkeeper of Ter Stegen’s calibre would represent a transformative moment for the club. 

However, they also understand that such a move would only be possible under very specific conditions. 

A permanent transfer is off the table, meaning any deal would have to be structured as a loan, combined with a major financial effort either from the player himself or from Barcelona.

Lots of hurdles already

Ter Stegen’s name has emerged as a serious option because Girona see an urgent need to reinforce the goalkeeping position. 

From a purely sporting perspective, the German international is viewed as an immediate, high-impact solution. 

Girona are very much interested in Ter Stegen. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Barcelona, for their part, would not oppose the idea of a loan under the right circumstances. 

Given Ter Stegen’s current situation, allowing him to play regularly elsewhere could be beneficial for all parties involved. 

However, the biggest stumbling block remains financial. Girona cannot afford the goalkeeper’s current salary alone.

Ter Stegen open to the move

Girona have already made initial inquiries and are aware that the goalkeeper would be open to considering a move to the neighbouring city. 

There is also a major international factor at play. Ter Stegen needs consistent minutes to remain a strong contender for the upcoming World Cup, something that weighs heavily in his thinking. 

Without regular competition, his position could be compromised.

Ultimately, the paths to completing the deal are clear but far from simple. Either Ter Stegen would need to accept a significant salary reduction or Barcelona would have to shoulder most of his wages.