Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s recent statement was one many saw coming. The strained relationship between the German goalkeeper and FC Barcelona has already played out in public, turning into a full-blown saga. Now, a familiar and influential figure has stepped in with a gesture of support.
Under the German star’s Instagram post, former Barça legend and coach Xavi Hernandez recently left a supportive comment for the veteran.
Although no longer directly involved with the club, Xavi remains a highly respected figure. That is why his words on Ter Stegen’s post carry significant weight. Here is what he commented:
Sempre exemplar!
For context, that comment translates to ‘Always exemplary!’ and is clearly a sign of Xavi having Ter Stegen’s back. Without a doubt, this whole issue is becoming a concerning mess for Barcelona, and the club simply has to deal with it soon.
However, the current situation is tense, and a lot of decisions have already been made. Ter Stegen has been stripped of his captaincy, and the club has always had to bid farewell to another beloved veteran recently, who is now set to travel to Saudi Arabia.
