Barcelona’s emergency goalkeeper signing, Wojciech Szczęsny, may have played a key role in the club’s treble-winning season, but according to reports, he was sent a rather interesting warning before putting pen to paper.
Omo, the kind gist wey dey come out from Camp Nou now ehn—this one go hot!
The Backstory – Why Szczęsny Joined Barça
The Polish shot-stopper was brought in during the 2024/25 campaign as cover for Marc-André ter Stegen, who suffered a long-term knee injury.
Szczęsny, with his wealth of experience from Arsenal and Juventus, quickly settled in under manager Hansi Flick, becoming a crucial figure in the team’s domestic treble success.
But behind the scenes, there was already talk about what might happen when Ter Stegen returned.
The Warning About Ter Stegen
According to Polish journalist Mateusz Swiecicki, speaking on the Meczyki channel and cited by Diario Sport, Szczęsny was told:
“When he arrived at Barcelona, Szczęsny received information that when Marc returned, he had to be understanding with him because he is not an easy man.”
Omo, imagine starting for months, then the main man returns and you’re warned about his stubborn side—wahala fit burst o!
Possible Goalkeeper Clash Loading?
While this alleged “warning” might just be friendly advice, it does hint at the competitive nature inside Barcelona’s dressing room. Ter Stegen has been the club’s undisputed no.1 for years, and naturally, he wouldn’t want to lose his spot easily.
With both keepers being highly experienced and competitive, Hansi Flick could face a tough decision on who gets the gloves for key matches next season.
What Fans Should Expect
For now, Szczęsny’s role going forward remains unclear, and this is according to reports, not an official club statement. But one thing’s for sure—if both goalkeepers stay fit, we might just be looking at one of the most interesting selection battles in La Liga this season.
