Marc-André ter Stegen has used an interview with Sport Bild to address his future with Barcelona, his relationship with Hansi Flick and his current role in the German national team.
Uncertain Barcelona future and current loan spell
Speaking to the German newspaper Sport Bild, in comments quoted by the Spanish newspaper Sport, ter Stegen discussed his ties to Barcelona and has broken his silence on what might come next.
Ter Stegen has opened the door to a possible return to the Catalan club once his loan spell at Ajax ends, while leaving his stance on his next move undecided.
His contract with Barcelona runs until June 2028.
Ter Stegen joined Girona on loan in January 2026 but played only two matches before suffering an injury.
Ter Stegen moved to Ajax last August on loan until June 2027.
His current spell with Ajax has given him a chance to rediscover regular football and try to force his way back into the German national team after a difficult period at Barcelona.
Ter Stegen said: "I played at Barcelona for 12 years, and my relationship with the club is close. We are now only in November, so I cannot really determine what will happen in the summer."
Relationship with Hansi Flick
Ter Stegen revealed that he and Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick have not been in contact recently.
He said he has not spoken to Flick lately, which raises questions about where both parties stand and whether either side wants to resume their partnership next season.
Ter Stegen's situation at Barcelona unravelled after his knee injury and the arrival of Joan García, who secured the number one spot under Flick.
Trust and competition with Germany
Ter Stegen spoke warmly about his relationship with Germany head coach Jürgen Klopp, who has backed him publicly since taking charge.
Ter Stegen said: "It is absolutely wonderful to feel that they are placing this trust in me."
He added: "And it proves that when I am at full readiness, I can offer a lot to the team."
Ter Stegen does not see his current standing with Germany as a guarantee of a starting place at Euro 2028 and treats his international future with caution.
He is wary about his international future after injuries that have plagued his career in recent years and cost him a place at the 2026 World Cup.
Ter Stegen believes reclaiming his spot in the national team means staying sharp and proving he can compete, with nothing taken for granted.
Views on Germany’s difficult spell and squad balance
Ter Stegen said Germany have not recently gone through the best of times with the national team.
Ter Stegen said: "There are many who quickly demand the involvement of new players, and giving the chance to all the young players. In principle, I see this as a good and correct thing."
He also said: "But difficult times will also come, and then experience will be important."
Ter Stegen said that difficult times will also come and then experience will be important, especially at major tournaments that demand composure under pressure in complex situations.
