FC Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen is close to completing a transfer to Ajax.
The German shot-stopper has reportedly reached a personal agreement with the Dutch club on Thursday.
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According to reports from JijantesFC, Ter Stegen returned from vacation to Spain to secure official permission from Barcelona management to finalize the move.
The potential deal would reunite him with Ajax manager Míchel, who previously coached the goalkeeper during their time at Girona.
Salary Negotiations Underway
While individual terms between the player and Ajax are already settled, the clubs must finalize the structural details of the transfer.
The primary negotiation hurdle involves the distribution of Ter Stegen's substantial salary.
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Financial constraints limit Ajax to covering a maximum of 15 percent of his current wages.
To facilitate the transition, Barcelona is reportedly willing to subsidize the remaining portion of his compensation.
This financial compromise will likely structure the final agreement as a seasonal loan deal between the two European clubs.
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Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen is reportedly finalizing a loan move to Ajax after reaching a personal agreement with the Dutch club.