Barcelona’s goalkeeper, Ter Stegen, is making progress in his rehabilitation after undergoing surgery almost five months ago. The German international has already started working with the ball in the Sports City, which is a significant step forward in his recovery. Although he still has a long way to go before returning to the playing field, Ter Stegen is working hard to get back as soon as possible.
The keeper’s injury, a complete rupture of the patellar tendon in his right knee, occurred at the end of September during a match against Ceramics. The injury was severe enough to require surgery, and Barcelona even signed Szczesny as a replacement due to the long-term nature of Ter Stegen’s decline. As for Ter Stegen’s return, everything indicates that it won’t be until the 2025-2026 season.
A Long Rehabilitation Process
Ter Stegen’s rehabilitation is a lengthy process, and he still has several months of hard work ahead of him. The fact that he’s already working with the ball is a positive sign, but he still trains alone and outside of the group. The images of his training sessions show that the ball is now a part of his daily routine, which is a crucial step in his recovery.
Despite the progress, it’s clear that Ter Stegen won’t be returning to the playing field anytime soon. The initial estimate was around eight months, which would mean he’d be back in time for the next season. For now, Ter Stegen remains focused on his rehabilitation, taking it one step at a time and working tirelessly to regain his strength and fitness.
The road to recovery is never easy, but with his dedication and hard work, Ter Stegen is on the right path. As he continues to evolve positively from his injury, fans can only hope that he’ll be back between the posts soon, doing what he does best.