Marc-Andre ter Stegen Hits Back at Manuel Neuer

Marc-Andre ter Stegen has hit back at Manuel Neuer for his comments on the Germany number one position.

Ter Stegen described Neuer's remarks as 'inappropriate' and expressed his desire to end the simmering spat.

The Barcelona goalkeeper had spoken out about his frustration at not featuring for Germany against Netherlands and Northern Ireland in the international break.

This led to Neuer accusing Ter Stegen of being unhelpful and showing a lack of respect towards other goalkeepers.

Ter Stegen has had to serve as back-up to Neuer for most of his international career, despite increasing calls for him to be given the number one spot.

He has always behaved well, he said, and Neuer's comments were unfair.

Ter Stegen wants to focus on helping Barcelona sure up their defence, having conceded seven goals in their opening four LaLiga games.

Ter Stegen's immediate priority is to help Barcelona improve their defensive record.

He told a news conference: 'We're trying to stop the goals going in but things haven't come off.'

Ter Stegen and Barcelona will face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Tuesday.

The 27-year-old goalkeeper has returned to his homeland for the match and will be looking to put the controversy behind him.

Ter Stegen said: 'I want to end this controversy' and focus on his football.

He will be hoping to help Barcelona keep a clean sheet against Dortmund and get their LaLiga campaign back on track.