Marc‑André ter Stegen to join Ajax on loan from Barcelona

German goalkeeper Marc‑André ter Stegen, 34, is set to leave FC Barcelona on a one‑year loan to AFC Ajax. The agreement includes no purchase option, with the move aimed at giving the player regular playing time and helping Barcelona reduce its wage bill.

Ajax will cover roughly 10‑15% of ter Stegen’s salary for the season, while Barcelona will shoulder the remaining 85‑90%. The financial split follows Barcelona’s recent efforts to trim payroll after high‑profile departures such as Robert Lewandowski.

The loan is presented as a major signing for Ajax, aligning with technical director Jordi Cruyff’s strategy to strengthen the squad quickly. Ter Stegen is expected to complete medical examinations next week before the contract is officially signed.