Robert Lewandowski, Ronald Araujo injuries, as Ter Stegen also talks Barcelona salary cut, after a solid performance against England.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen, the goalie for Barcelona, has had a strong start to the 2022–23 season thus far.
With just one goal allowed in six La Liga games while posting five clean sheets, the German international, who has faced criticism in the past, is experiencing one of his best periods as a Barça player.
Due to Manuel Neuer’s injury, the ex-Borussia Monchengladbach star, who is currently on international duty, also received some playing time with the German national team. Last night against England, he showed off his form by making a number of outstanding saves, even if the game finished 3-3.
After the game, ter Stegen spoke to El Larguero, who questioned him about if Barcelona had requested that he accept a pay cut over the previous summer.
The 30-year-old responded, “I don’t think it’s the correct moment to talk about that. To be able to handle what is ahead until the World Cup, we’ll need everyone to be in top shape.
When asked about Robert Lewandowski’s arrival and how it affected the team, Ter Stegen responded, “When you have a reference point it changes a lot, for me too. We have high expectations for him, and he got off to a stronger start than everyone had predicted.
The goalkeeper commented on his improved play this year, saying, “The summer vacation was extremely good for me. I was able to psychologically relax as a result. I required it.
“I made several decent saves today. Regarding the game against England, he continued, “We enjoy these games; we wanted to win, but it wasn’t feasible.
Barcelona has struggled over the international break as four players have returned to the team after suffering injuries. The guy who will miss the most time will be Ronald Araujo, who sustained his injury while playing for Uruguay and will need surgery.
Ter Stegen expressed his regret for Araujo while speaking about the defender. He and I spoke this morning.
He continued, “I hope that no other player gets injured now,” adding that he hoped there were no more injuries until the end of the international break.
