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Inigo Martinez has performed 16 official matches for FC Barcelona this season and has been one of many group’s most stable and constant performers underneath Hansi Flick.
The veteran’s present contract expires on the finish of the season but when he performs in round 20 extra matches, he’ll safe his computerized renewal for an additional yr till the 2025/26 season.
It’s as a result of the centre-back has a clause in his contract which stipulates that he should play 60 per cent of Barcelona’s official matches this season to increase his contract for an additional yr.
Barcelona wish to renew Inigo past the clause
Nonetheless, in line with SPORT, Barcelona intend to resume Martinez’s contract past what this clause stipulates.
The Blaugrana are delighted with the veteran defender, and the participant can be having fun with this season underneath Hansi Flick’s administration. The German considers securing his continuity for an additional season a precedence.
New deal incoming. (Photograph by David Ramos/Getty Photos)
Due to this fact, Martinez’s renewal till June 2026 will develop into a actuality. Now it’s only a matter of timing, as there are extra pressing issues akin to finalising the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Victor from 1 January.
Martinez’s partnership with Pau Cubarsi has been one of many key causes behind Barça’s robust begin to the season.
The veteran’s function is essential on the pitch and within the dressing room as he pays shut consideration to all of the younger gamers and engages with them. The youthful gamers see the centre-back as a job mannequin and an instance to observe for a profitable skilled profession.
The defender’s qualities have impressed Flick and the sporting employees, led by Deco, who wish to guarantee his renewal for an additional season.
Actually, Deco even met with the previous Athletic Membership star’s agent lately to precise the membership’s happiness together with his performances.
Martinez has greater than earned his extension, and Barcelona don’t wish to let him go.
