Barcelona are considering offering a new contract to Polish goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny despite not playing in goal.
Szczesny, who had already retired at the end of last season, signed a short-term contract with Barcelona until the end of the 2024-25 season on October 2 after first-choice goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen was ruled out for several months with a serious injury.
Spanish outlet Marca reports that Barcelona are considering offering Szczesny a new contract just weeks after signing the deal, with the Polish goalkeeper happy with the role and the way he handles situations in the locker room, which is a good thing for the club.
Barcelona reportedly have no plans to buy a new goalkeeper in the near future, even though Ter Stegen will not return until the 2025-26 season. Register ufabet and want Szczesny to remain as one of two goalkeepers alongside Inaki Peña.
In the case of Peña, who is currently the number one choice for coach Hansi Flick. The club will decide in the next few months whether to renew his contract, with his current deal running until 2026.
Led by Deco, Barcelona’s sports management believes in the importance of maintaining three high-caliber goalkeepers. Particularly in light of potential injuries or the possibility of Iñaki Peña leaving when his contract expires in 2026.
Financially, extending Szczesny’s contract would not pose a challenge for the club, though the final decision will depend on the player’s interest in continuing his career at the top level of football.