First formal offer from Besiktas to Barça for Ter Stegen!

Marc-André ter Stegen is facing the final stretch of his recovery knowing he is on Besiktas' radar. The team managed by Sergen Yalçın has shown interest in the FC Barcelona captain as a key reinforcement for the transfer window opening on January 1st, understanding that the '1' is not in Hansi Flick's plans for the second half of the 2025/26 season.

In this regard, 'Fanatik' assures that the 'rojiblanco' team has already presented a first offer to Barça for 'Matts'. The 33-year-old goalkeeper underwent back surgery in July and is expected to receive medical clearance in December. However, he is the third option for the 'azulgrana' goal, after **Joan García** and **Wojciech Szczesny**Flick was clear with Ter Stegen last summer and the captain, despite resisting leaving the club in the summer, seems willing to negotiate a loan in January. And the '1' cannot afford to spend the entire semester on the bench, with the World Cup just around the corner.

Besiktas Could Cover Ter Stegen's Full Salary

Regarding this, 'Fanatik' assures that Besiktas would be interested in negotiating a loan move for the Mönchengladbach player, including **a non-mandatory purchase option for 8 million euros** at the end of the season. However, the main benefit for Barça, with immediate effect, would be to get rid of the goalkeeper's salary.

In principle, **the 'black eagles' could assume the almost 7 million euros net that Marc-André** receives annually, which would represent a relief for Barça's financial 'Fair Play'. Barça took advantage of the captain's absence in August to register Joan García, and his departure for the rest of 25/26 would be key to updating the records of players awaiting renewal, such as Eric García.

Ter Stegen has a contract until 2028 and, having agreed to defer most of his salary for the last three seasons, he earns close to 14 million gross. The Barcelona team has not yet resolved its return to the 1:1 rule, but the departure of the 33-year-old goalkeeper could greatly help achieve this goal in the next transfer window

A market where Barça, for now, does not foresee major moves. 'Matts' is, for now, Flick's only discard for the second half of the season, taking for granted that Joan García will regain his starting position shortly and Szczesny will continue to be his substitute

Ter Stegen to Make Decision on His Future in the Coming Weeks

Ter Stegen and Szczesny in a training session at the Ciutat Esportiva

Although negotiations between Barcelona and Besiktas should not present major setbacks, the final decision remains in Ter Stegen's hands. The Turkish team is not competing in European competitions this season and is far from the leader (Galatasaray) in their league.

However, coach Sergen Yalçın would guarantee the experienced German goalkeeper the starting position that has eluded him for the last year and a half. Marc-André could be Germany's captain in the World Cup, as long as he manages to arrive at the tournament in good form.

To do this, he prioritizes going to a team that guarantees him continuity and trust. **Barça, however, does not intend to pressure him to leave**, as the '1' continues to be an important figure in the locker room and, beyond some tensions in the summer, he has always maintained a good relationship with the board.

Furthermore, in case of any new physical problem for Joan García, Ter Stegen would have options to return to goal, as Szczesny's records in 25/26 (17 goals conceded in 9 matches) have left much to be desired. Will the Barça captain agree to go to Turkey? In July, Galatasaray and Fenerbahce failed to convince him