The chosen one by Deco to be Ter Stegen's heir

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Barcelona already has a name in mind to strengthen their goalkeeping in the future: Bart Verbruggen. The director of football, Deco, has identified the Dutch goalkeeper as the ideal choice to lead the team in the coming years. Although the arrival of the young goalkeeper is not expected in the next transfer window, his profile fits perfectly with the club's long-term vision.

Despite the immediate bet on Wojciech Szczesny, who has performed well since joining the team, Barcelona is aware of the need for a long-term goalkeeping solution. The 34-year-old Pole has provided stability at a crucial time, and with a renewal on the horizon, it is expected that he will continue for at least one more season. However, the age and the continuity of Marc-André ter Stegen, who recently underwent his third surgery in four years, raise doubts about the future of the position.

The club's planning is focused on the summer of 2026 when they will seek to secure a goalkeeper who can assume the starting position in the medium term. Verbruggen, the current goalkeeper for Brighton with a contract until 2028, has caught the attention of the board for his skills under the posts, footwork, and long-term potential. However, his signing will not be easy, as his club will demand a high fee to release him.

Plan B and C

Other alternatives that Barcelona is closely monitoring include Lucas Chevalier from Lille and Marcin Bulka from Nice. Both goalkeepers have shown significant improvement and represent viable options if the deal for Verbruggen becomes complicated.

Deco is clear that the generational change in goalkeeping cannot be postponed much longer. While Szczesny's presence allows for careful planning, Barcelona is already working on the arrival of their anticipated goalkeeper of the future.

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