Girona are moving decisively in the winter transfer window, with their attention firmly focused on Barcelona. In this context, the club’s sporting directors have made significant progress on an ambitious operation: a double loan deal from Barcelona that could dramatically reshape the team in the coming months.
One of the names generating the most buzz is Marc-André ter Stegen.
The German goalkeeper finds himself in an unexpected situation at Barcelona following the emergence of Joan García, who has taken over the starting role with a series of highly convincing performances. With limited playing time and a major international tournament approaching, Ter Stegen is unwilling to spend the second half of the season on the bench.
At 33 years old, the goalkeeper needs regular minutes to maintain his level and preserve his international status. In this scenario, a move to Girona appears to be an attractive option. For the Catalan club, signing a goalkeeper of Ter Stegen’s caliber—bringing experience, leadership, and authority—would represent a clear upgrade and provide immediate stability in a crucial position.
The second name involved in the potential loan deal is Marc Bernal.
The midfielder, considered one of La Masia’s brightest talents, needs consistent, high-level minutes to continue his development and take the next step in his career. While Barcelona rate his potential highly, they acknowledge that intense competition in midfield limits his opportunities.
A loan move to Girona would allow Marc Bernal to compete regularly in La Liga, take on greater responsibility, and grow in a demanding, real-match environment. His arrival would inject energy, talent, and vision into Girona’s midfield—a young player with personality, capable of providing balance and dynamism to a team in need of solutions in the center of the pitch.
