Barcelona have confirmed that Wojciech Szczesny has signed a contract extension keeping him at the club until 2027, raising serious questions about Marc-André ter Stegen’s long-term future at Camp Nou.

In a statement released Monday, Barça praised Szczesny’s “great season between the sticks,” noting the unusual circumstances surrounding his arrival. The 35-year-old was coaxed out of retirement in October 2024 following Ter Stegen’s long-term knee injury, and went on to become a key figure as Barcelona secured both La Liga and the Copa del Rey titles.

Szczesny’s decision to stay and Barça signing goalkeeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol earlier in the summer casts doubt over Ter Stegen’s future at the club.

The German international, 33, commands a high salary at Barcelona, and Spanish media reports the financially struggling club would like to make savings in that regard.

Barça signed Garcia from Espanyol for €26.34 million (£22.6 million) on a six-year deal in June, and also still have another goalkeeper in Inaki Pena on the books.