Barcelona has confirmed that Wojciech Szczesny will stay in the club for the time being, after his contract had expired last week. With the Blaugrana again in the training this week, Hansi Flick will undoubtedly want to ensure that the 35-year-old is present before the start of the season.
The experienced goalkeeper entered his new life for less than two months last season, after Barcelona sought an experienced goalkeeper last season in the aftermath of Marc-Andre ter Stegen's serious knee injury in September. Szczesny would spend three months on the couch before won a starting spot in January and completed the season with a Spanish Supercup, Copa del Rey and La Liga titles.
Barcelona announced on Monday that Szczesny had received a new two -year -old deal from the club, so that he was held in action until 2027, when Szczesny will be 37. Most provided a backup role for him in the future, with manager Hansi Flick who was warm about his character and his impact on the season. He has also been a hit with the fan base, for his relaxed attitude and a sense of humor.
With the confirmation of the continuity of Szczesny, Barcelona now has four senior keepers in their books for next season. Szczesny is generally expected to play a back-up for Joan Garcia, after the Blaugrana had activated its free clause this summer. The unknown is what the future has in store for Captain Ter Stegen, who would like to continue Barcelona, ​​but the player seems to stay.
The fourth is Inaki Pena, who was their starter until January. He is expected to be free, even though he is left for another year at his deal. Valencia and Celta Vigo showed interest in Pena, but it now looks like he can move abroad.