The new goalkeeper who is positioning himself to sign for Barcelona

This goalkeeper decided to leave football a few weeks ago, but Ter Stegen's injury changes everything

Héctor Andreu | 24 Sep 2024 | 14.31
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Szczesny offers himself to sign for Barcelona / EstadioDeportivo
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Barcelona faces a crucial decision: to strengthen the goalkeeper position immediately following the long-term injury of Marc-André ter Stegen or wait until the January market. The club has already assessed various options, and one of the most surprising is the possibility of having Wojciech Szczesny, the experienced Polish goalkeeper who recently retired after finishing his contract with Juventus.

Szczesny announced his retirement in July, prioritizing his family life after rejecting lucrative offers from Saudi football. However, according to sources close to him, the Polish player would not rule out a return to football if Barcelona presents a serious offer. His close relationship with Robert Lewandowski, as well as his connection with other compatriots in Castelldefels, could influence his decision.

Another goalkeeper is needed, they cannot risk being with Iñaki Peña all year

Despite his retirement, Szczesny remains a top-level goalkeeper, and his addition would be a significant reinforcement for the Blaugrana team. In fact, he appears as a more appealing option than other candidates such as Keylor Navas or Claudio Bravo, both also on the list of potential signings. As reported by Sport, the final decision will depend on whether the sporting department and coach Hansi Flick agree that it is the right time to bring in a new goalie.

Flick, for his part, has made it clear that he considers it a risk to face the upcoming months of competition solely with Iñaki Peña, the current backup goalkeeper. The German coach prefers to secure the position as soon as possible, although not everyone within the club sees waiting until January as a bad idea, a moment when a signing with greater long-term prospects could be made. Like the sea, Szczesny's name is on the table, and his return to football may be closer than expected.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El nuevo portero que se posiciona para fichar por el Barcelona

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