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'I won't talk about the No. 2' - Hansi Flick delivers brutal snub to Marc-Andre ter Stegen as Barcelona boss confirms Joan Garcia is untouchable | Goal.com UK

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick confirmed Joan Garcia as the undisputed starter, excluding plans for rotation and clearly backing the Espanyol signee.
Ter Stegen’s status has shifted from long-time starter to backup, following Garcia’s ascendancy and the signing from Espanyol.
Garcia started the latest league or cup match and played the full 90 minutes, reinforcing his status as first choice.
The decision intensifies questions about Ter Stegen’s World Cup prospects and potential January move to secure playing time.
Flick’s rigidity on the goalkeeping lineup suggests Ter Stegen could depart in the winter window to regain regular minutes.
Garcia’s elevation comes amid Barcelona’s financial balancing act and strategic squad management under Flick.
Ter Stegen’s World Cup hopes depend on playing regularly, with Nagelsmann favoring club form for selection.
Ter Stegen's captaincy past at Barca contrasts with Garcia’s current status as goalkeeper one.
Garcia’s secure role is framed as a long-term decision by Flick, with implications for team stability.
Ter Stegen's price tag and wage are noted as a hurdle for maintaining him on the bench.

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