Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen is closing in on a loan move to LaLiga side Girona for the remainder of the season, sources told ESPN. The 33-year-old German international has lost his starting spot to Joan García and is keen for regular playing time to secure his place in Germany's World Cup squad this summer.

The move would keep Ter Stegen close to his family, as Girona is just 62 miles north of Barcelona. He has been at Camp Nou since 2014, winning 17 trophies, but injuries have limited his availability. Coach Hansi Flick has made it clear García is his first-choice goalkeeper, with Wojciech Szczęsny also in the squad.

Final terms are still being worked out, including salary details. Ter Stegen was on the bench for Barcelona's Copa del Rey win at Racing Santander, a key factor in his decision. The loan would give him the minutes needed ahead of a crucial summer for his national team career.