Plenty of conspiracy theories emerged after Ter Stegen was nowhere to be found during Barcelona's first few training sessions of the pre-season. Many theorized his absence was a sign of protest, with Joan García emerging as the favorite to be Hansi Flick's starter in goal next season.

Former Barcelona midfielder and club icon Ivan Rakitic, who recently retired from football, did not mince words when asked about who should be the Catalans’ starting goalkeeper. The Blaugrana

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen has been training on his own since the club's return to preseason on Sunday amid continued uncertainty over his future.