disciplinary proceeding

Breaking: FC Barcelona has initiated disciplinary proceedings against goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen for refusing to sign a medical report following a recent training session, according to reports surfacing Tuesday.

the defending La Liga champions returned to Spain on Tuesday, concluding their preseason tour across Asia, wich included matches in Japan and South Korea. The club confirmed the disciplinary action, citing ter Stegen’s refusal to acknowledge the medical assessment as a breach of club protocol.

While the specifics of the medical report remain undisclosed, sources indicate it related to a minor muscle strain sustained during training. Barcelona’s medical staff deemed it necessary for ter Stegen to sign the report to document the injury and subsequent treatment plan. His refusal has prompted the club to open a formal inquiry.

Ter Stegen, 31, has been a mainstay in Barcelona’s goal as joining the club from Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2014. He has made 388 appearances for the Catalan giants, winning five La Liga titles and one Champions League trophy. he is currently under contract with Barcelona until June 30, 2028, with a reported release clause of €200 million.

This incident occurs amidst a period of financial restructuring for Barcelona, with the club facing scrutiny over its wage bill. The club recently secured several high-profile signings, including Ilkay Gündoğan and Íñigo Martínez, and maintaining squad harmony is crucial as they prepare for the 2023-24 season.

Barcelona is scheduled to begin their La Liga campaign on August 13th against Getafe at the estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, as Camp Nou undergoes renovations. The outcome of the disciplinary proceedings against ter Stegen could impact his availability for the season opener.

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