Barcelona sporting director Deco says the club have been saddened to hear of Marc-Andre yet Stegen’s injury
.The goalkeeper joined Girona on loan in the January transfer window, with the aim of playing
regularly once again after losing his place at Barca to Joan Garcia.
However, Ter Stegen suffered a hamstring injury at the weekend and is now expected to be sidelines for some time.
Deco has been asked about the situation and admits it’s bad news for the Germany international.
“Marc asked us to play but it hasn’t gone as planned,” he told Catalunya Radio.
“We are all very sad for him.It was a great opportunity for him, and we’re disappointed by the injury he suffered. Now Girona and the medical team have to see how his recovery will proceed.”
Girona are expected to provide another update on Ter Stegen shortly amid fears he may have to go under the knife which could put his World Cup hopes on doubt .
