Marc-Andre Ter Stegen had surgery earlier this week to address the back problem that has been bothering him for the past few weeks. Barcelona’s last three games have been missed by the German international, who has been sidelined since mid-November due to an injury.
The French procedure that Ter Stegen had on Thursday ended without any complications, according to the Chief Medical Officer of Barcelona, Dr. Pruna, accompanied him.
This is where Ter Stegen’s recuperation will start. Although his goal is to return as early as January, it is anticipated that he will be sidelined for the next two to three months.
Inaki Pena will continue to be in goal for Barcelona while Ter Stegen is sidelined. For the duration of his tenure in the starting lineup, Xavi Hernandez and his coaching staff will have complete faith in the 24-year-old, who has steadily improved since joining the team.
