Ajax ready to shoulder ter Stegen’s wages as loan nears completion

Ajax are looking to plug a goalkeeping void after a season of injury setbacks by arranging a one‑year loan for Barcelona’s German captain Marc‑Andre ter Stegen, with the Eredivisie club prepared to cover a large share of his salary as negotiations enter their final days. Ajax’s willingness to shoulder a large part of the Barcelona goalkeeper’s salary removes one of the biggest obstacles in the negotiations. The Eredivisie side’s financial contribution is intended to bridge the wage gap that has delayed the loan. The transfer is now in its final stages, with all parties optimistic that a deal can be completed in the coming days. Barcelona and Ajax have not disclosed the exact percentage of wages that will be covered. The agreement envisions a one‑year loan that would give the German international a chance to regain rhythm and continuity.

Ajax clinches ter Stegen loan, no purchase option amid long chase

Ter Stegen’s personal approval remains essential, as he must be satisfied with the salary arrangement and the tax implications of a season in the Netherlands. Both clubs are confident that these conditions can be met before the loan is signed. The deal hinges on the goalkeeper’s physical condition; he is currently rehabilitating at Barcelona’s Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper after a serious hamstring injury suffered while on loan at Girona. The injury required surgery and forced him to miss the World Cup, making his fitness a critical factor for Ajax. Reports indicate that Ter Stegen will travel to Amsterdam next week for medical examinations and to finalize the remaining contractual details. Barcelona await medical clearance while Ajax plan to conduct its own assessment early next week before formally approving the loan.