Hansi Flick has confirmed that Marc-Andre ter Stegen will spend the remainder of the season on loan at Girona, a move shaped by Barcelona's changing priorities and the goalkeeper's desire to revive his international prospects in a World Cup year.
Hansi Flick cut a frustrated figure after Barcelona's 2-1 defeat to Real Sociedad in San Sebastian ended their 12-match unbeaten run and tightened the La Liga title race.
Real Sociedad, Atletico Madrid, Celta Vigo and Valencia all claimed important La Liga victories on a decisive weekend, with Sociedad stunning Barcelona at the Reale Arena.
Real Madrid beat Levante after back-to-back cup defeats whilst Mallorca edged nine-man Athletic Club in an action-packed weekend of La Liga action.
Barcelona have received a major boost as Joao Cancelo completed his medical ahead of a loan return from Al Hilal, with the deal set to be made official shortly.
Real Madrid moved quickly after confirming Xabi Alonso's departure, but the bigger focus inside the club is now on who could become the next long-term head coach.