Transfer market: Ajax fixated on Ter Stegen, Barca ready to ease the move
Ajax have settled on their priority target between the posts. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Dutch club are completely fixated on the idea of signing Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, the German goalkeeper from FC Barcelona. De Telegraaf had already reported Ajax’s concrete interest in the stopper, and Romano says both sides are open to a deal. Ter Stegen himself would also be keen on a move to the Johan Cruijff ArenA for personal reasons: the goalkeeper wants to return to Germany or a neighbouring country after his spell in Catalonia.
The main stumbling block is still his salary. Ter Stegen earns big money at Barca, and that is not easy for a club like Ajax to absorb. But according to Romano, FC Barcelona would be willing to help find a solution to smooth the keeper’s exit. “Ter Stegen will leave FC Barcelona anyway,” the Italian journalist says. “At Girona, he suffered a serious injury, but he will be back at his best next season.” Those assurances should give Ajax confidence over the player’s physical condition.
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Ter Stegen set for a fresh start, Ajax ready to make the move
The situation is moving in the right direction for everyone involved. “Ajax will certainly try their luck,” Romano confirms. “Barcelona are also open to this deal and want to help find a solution.” A rare alignment of interests in a market where talks usually turn into a tug of war. Now it is down to the three parties, Ajax, Barca and Ter Stegen, to agree the financial terms.
For Ajax, landing a goalkeeper of Ter Stegen’s calibre would send a clear message to the rest of Europe. The Dutch club are rebuilding after several underwhelming seasons and are banking on experienced signings to inject some ambition into the project. Ter Stegen, injury or not, remains one of the most respected keepers on the continent. A deal would suit everyone.
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