In a surprise move, FC Barcelona have agreed to sign veteran goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny on a free transfer. The Polish shot-stopper is set to come out of retirement to replace Marc-André ter Stegen, who has been ruled out for eight months due to a severe injury.
Barcelona, in a race to find a solid replacement for their first-choice goalkeeper, moved swiftly to secure a one-year deal with Szczesny. The 34-year-old has accepted the proposal and will undergo a medical in Spain in the coming days.
Szczesny, who last played for Juventus before retiring, brings a wealth of experience to the Barcelona side. The former Arsenal and Roma keeper is expected to provide a steady presence between the posts as Barcelona navigate a season filled with domestic and European commitments.
The decision to sign Szczesny underscores Barça’s urgency to fill the void left by ter Stegen’s injury, with the club looking to maintain their defensive stability while aiming for success in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League.
This signing is expected to be confirmed once Szczesny passes his medical, as he gears up for his return to top-level football in the iconic Camp Nou.