England's post-Kane era finally looks far more rosy

It's too easy for Ramirez! Clinical Chelsea look ominous

How it feels to beat Lionel Messi

The best Premier League loanees of the season so far

Saudi Arabia or MLS beckons for Pogba after Juve release

Szoboszlai in tears as Netherlands vs Hungary is halted

Kroos opens door to Real Madrid return 

Why Ronaldo has been released from the Portugal squad

Rashford branded a 'clown' after attending New York Knicks game

'Please leave him alone!' - Deschamps sends out Mbappe plea

Ronaldo stunner the cherry on top for five-star Portugal 

Ronaldo sets clear timeline for retirement

Ex-Man Utd ace says Mainoo shouldn't be in Amorim's starting XI

Article continues belowArticle continues belowArticle continues below<script type="application/json" data-placement="fcplayer-semantic">{"type":"fcplayer-semantic","data":{"embedCode":"//cdn.fcp.codes/embed-code-template/embed-code-template.js#SEMANTIC_5704afb8-c10b-4ba5-9cb4-d7fb6098ef90"}}</script><ul><li>German No.1 underwent back surgery in November</li><li>Initially expected to return in February</li><li>Reports suggest that he could be back by end of month</li></ul>

Revealed: Marc-Andre ter Stegen revised injury timeline as Barcelona receive much-needed boost

LaLiga

Celta Vigo

Barcelona

Ter Stegen was supposed to be a long-term absentee for the Blaugrana, facing over two months on the sidelines after undergoing surgery to fix <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/barcelona-marc-andre-ter-stegen-germany-back-injury-xavi-sweating-goalkeeper-fitness/blt1f237c06920e4026" target="_blank">an ongoing back issue</a>. But the goalie has made progress in his return, and according to Spanish publication <a href="https://www.relevo.com/futbol/liga-primera/stegen-apunta-champions-ante-napoles-20240109123728-nt.html" target="_blank">Relevo</a>, he could be back before the end of the month.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">After intensive conversations with the medical team of the Club and various supporting experts, we decided to undergo a surgical procedure. The break obviously annoys me. It is the right and safe decision in order to come back in the best conditions for my Club <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FCBarcelona</a> and… <a href="https://t.co/gpNbkO07y9">pic.twitter.com/gpNbkO07y9</a>— Marc ter Stegen (@mterstegen1) <a href="https://twitter.com/mterstegen1/status/1732092769722601513?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

WHAT HAPPENED?

Ter Stegen was facing a race against time to feature in Barca's round of 16 clash with Napoli in the Champions League. The first leg, set for February 21, was reportedly a rough target date, but it appears he will be back in the side well before that fixture.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

The Barca boss has consistently shown faith in his side's depth to deal with the loss of his star goalie, and rubbished claims that the Blaugrana will dip into the market for depth at the position: "We have confidence in our players and Inaki Pena has been playing at a very high level."

WHAT XAVI SAID

Barca's attention now turns to the Spanish Super Cup, where they will take on Osasuna. A win would see the Blaugrana face one of Atletico Madrid or Real Madrid in the final, with a chance to defend their crown.

WHAT NEXT FOR BARCELONA?

Revealed: Marc-Andre ter Stegen revised injury timeline as Barcelona receive much-needed boost | Goal.com

Reigning La Liga goalkeeper of the year Marc Andre ter Stegen is set to return ahead of schedule for an injury-riddled Barcelona