A new wave of tension has erupted at FC Barcelona, this time involving Marc-André ter Stegen. The German goalkeeper has refused to sign a key medical report for the club, prompting the board to take drastic action: opening a disciplinary file against him.

What Sparked The Conflict?

The Catalan club intended to submit a medical report signed by Ter Stegen to LaLiga’s Medical Committee, officially declaring him as a long-term injury absentee. With this document, Barcelona aimed to free up to 80% of his salary from the wage cap, allowing them to register new signings amid ongoing financial fair play restrictions.

However, the goalkeeper refused to sign the report — a move that reportedly caused surprise and frustration within the Barça board. According to club sources, this procedure is considered “normal and logical” after surgery, and they are unaware of a similar case ever occurring in LaLiga before.

What Are The Potential Consequences?

Without the player’s explicit authorization, the club cannot share his medical data. This directly blocks the registration of new players, including recent signing Joan García, who is meant to reinforce the goalkeeping position.

Ter Stegen’s refusal could severely disrupt the team’s sporting plans in the middle of preseason. Tensions have been building ever since the German international announced his back surgery on social media, estimating a three-month recovery — not enough to qualify as a long-term absence. The club, however, issued a different medical report stating it was a reintervention, projecting four to five months of recovery.

What Could Happen Next?

The club still hopes that their captain will reconsider and sign the document, avoiding a deeper conflict. However, if he remains firm, the board believes there is legal precedent to submit the report to LaLiga anyway.

The relationship between Ter Stegen and the Barcelona board has entered sensitive territory. While the club tries to meet financial regulations, their captain is standing his ground — a story that, if unresolved, could leave lasting damage.

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