Ter Stegen: ‘It’s very disappointing to be the substitute goalkeeper’

His feelings were shared by Marc Andre Ter Stegen for the fact that he will be her substitute goalkeeper Germany at Euro 2024 behind Manuel Neuer.

The Barcelona goalkeeper made it clear that he has an excellent relationship with him Neuerstressing however that being the second choice under the rafters it’s disappointing.

“It’s not a pleasant situation, being the backup goalkeeper is very frustrating. At the end of the day you have a responsibility to the team to help in any way you can“, he initially said and continued:

“I told the federal coach that the athletic part is one thing and the human part another, I want everyone to be able to trust me. It has nothing to do with Neuer. She also has no connection with him on a personal level, we have a good relationship. There has never been a manager who allows two goalkeepers to play. The decision is always difficult“, admitted the 32-year-old.

At the same time, Mr Neuer for his part he added: “Mark knows the situation. We have to say it’s sad because he’s really a world-class goalkeeper who has shown good performances. But that’s also part of the job».