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Breaking news: Legend Leo Messi recommends Hansi Flick to sign this goalkeeper.

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Barcelona has been hit with a major blow as goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen has been ruled out for the rest of the season due to a severe injury. The club announced that Ter Stegen will undergo surgery following a complete tear in his knee tendon, leaving them without their first-choice goalkeeper.

According to *The Daily Mail*, Lionel Messi has advised Barcelona’s management, including head coach Hansi Flick, to improve their goalkeeping options. Messi reportedly recommended Emiliano Martinez, the Aston Villa goalkeeper and his teammate from the Argentine national team, as a potential replacement.

Martinez is widely regarded as one of the top goalkeepers in the world. He was named the best goalkeeper at both the 2021 and 2024 Copa America tournaments and received the Golden Glove for his outstanding performances during Argentina’s 2022 World Cup victory.

The report also mentions that Messi is keeping a close eye on Barcelona’s progress under Flick and sees Martinez as the perfect long-term solution for the club’s goalkeeping needs. Messi believes Martinez’s skills and experience would greatly benefit Barcelona and help them compete for titles in the future.

Barcelona’s management is aware of the need for a high-caliber goalkeeper to maintain their competitive edge. However, the club’s president, Joan Laporta, is currently focused on improving Barcelona’s financial situation. As a result, any potential negotiations to bring Martinez to the Camp Nou may be delayed until the club’s finances are in better shape.

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