Marc‑André ter Stegen joins Ajax on loan with Barcelona covering most of his salary

German goalkeeper Marc‑André ter Stegen is set to join Ajax on a season‑long loan from FC Barcelona. According to Spanish media, Barcelona will continue to pay the bulk of his wages – roughly 80‑90 % of the €24 million annual salary – while Ajax will contribute only a small share, reported as about 10‑12 % (around €1.2‑2.5 million). The exact amount Ajax pays may be tied to the keeper’s appearances, with the Dutch club saying the fee could rise above €3 million if he features regularly.

The arrangement mirrors a previous loan to Girona, where Barcelona also covered most of ter Stegen’s salary to keep the player active. Ajax sees the deal as a major quality boost, acquiring a world‑class goalkeeper without upsetting its wage structure.