Marc-Andre ter Stegen Eyes Ajax Move

Marc-Andre ter Stegen is set to reunite with coach Michel at Ajax, according to reports from Mundo Deportivo and Sport.

What happened?

The 50-year-old Spaniard, Michel, has been named the head coach of Ajax Amsterdam after his five-year spell at Girona. Michel signed ter Stegen for Girona in the second half of last season, but the goalkeeper played only two games before a hamstring injury ended his campaign.

Why it matters for Marc-Andre ter Stegen

The German international is still under contract until 2028 at FC Bayern, but he isn't in the plans of fellow German Hansi Flick. Ter Stegen's long-standing injury also ruled him out of the World Cup.

What comes next?

Ajax recently had a German goalkeeper with Diant Ramaj's 18-month spell before his move to Borussia Dortmund. The traditional club will be in the Conference League next season after beating Utrecht on penalties in the playoff final. And ter Stegen's potential move to Ajax could be a significant transfer deal. But the goalkeeper's current contract and injury issues may complicate the move. So Michel will have to navigate the transfer market carefully to reunite with ter Stegen. The Eredivisie side finished 19th in LaLiga last season, resulting in relegation. As a result, Michel's new role will be his first outside Spain, both as a player and coach. Ter Stegen has been with FC Bayern since 2014, but his future at the club is uncertain.