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Germany's Neuer vs Ter Stegen debate 'a luxury problem', says former Bayern man Altintop

Former Bayern Munich man Hamit Altintop has labelled the ongoing debate over who should start in goal for Germany as a 'luxury problem' as Marc-Andre ter Stegen continues to stake his claim to be the country's number one shot-stopper.

Ter Stegen's glittering performances in a Barcelona shirt have seen his stock rise in recent years and he is now widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in the world.

The 27-year-old deputised more than ably during Neuer's long injury lay-off, too, leading many to believe that the younger of the two should have retained his spot between the sticks – Ter Stegen himself included – when the Germany captain returned.