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Ter Stegen helped Barcelona win the Champions League in 2014-15 Barcelona have stripped keeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen of the club captaincy following disciplinary proceedings against the Germany international. The 33-year-old, who last played when he turned out for his country in June, underwent a back operation, external at the end of July. According to reports, , external his dispute with Barcelona arises from his unwillingness to allow them to share his medical data with La Liga, which could allow the club to register new players depending on his length of absence. Ter Stegen recently published a post on social media, external saying he would be out for three months whereas La Liga rules require a player to remain sidelined for at least four months to be considered a long-term absentee. The La Liga champions' summer signings have included the arrival of keeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol and England striker Marcus Rashford on loan from Manchester United. In a statement, Barcelona said, external that, "following the disciplinary proceedings opened against player Marc-Andre ter Stegen, and until this matter is definitively resolved, the club, by mutual agreement with the sporting direction and the coaching staff, has decided to temporarily withdraw his role as first-team captain". They added: "During this period, the duties of first captain will be assumed by the current vice-captain, Ronald Araujo. " Ter Stegen has made more than 400 appearances for Barcelona since joining from Borussia Monchengladbach in 2014 and his honours include winning the Champions League and six La Liga titles with the club. Barcelona sign goalkeeper Garcia on six-year deal 'I feel like I'm at home' - Rashford joins Barcelona Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast Man Utd agree £74m deal for Leipzig striker Sesko Scotland star Mc Tominay nominated for Ballon d'Or Mc Grath predicts 5-0 win for Australia in Ashes A legendary automotive dream, stalled by scandal and greed The latest update on the George Gibney case James May flies to the edge of space in a U2 spy plane Rob Ince speaks about his new ADHD diagnosis My 30-year-old world record 'not a good sign for athletics' - Edwards When England won by two runs - the greatest ever Test match? Video When England won by two runs - the greatest ever Test match? Newcastle's summer of frustration - what's going on? When do top European leagues start - and who will star? Brave complete nail-biting win over Originals. Video Brave complete nail-biting win over Originals Debt, delays & desperation - how Sheff Wed crisis impacts fans Why is it so hard to break into the NFL? Meet post-grad medic who stunned Muir at UK Champs From Premier League title to yo-yo club - Leicester's unforgettable decade Bring back the Delap delivery - how to make throw-ins a weapon 'Winning the Ashes would be Stokes' greatest miracle' How will Russell feel about Mercedes contract saga? How to win at FPL - our experts give their best tips Lions tour awards - best player, moment and try, and a word on the Welshman. .. 'One of the great Test matches' - India earn series draw with narrow win. Video'One of the great Test matches' - India earn series draw with narrow win 'I needed to get myself together' - Fitzpatrick on finding form Becky Zerlentes - the first female boxer to die in fight in US Hansie Cronje, match-fixing and plane crash that left a complex legacy Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.