Barcelona defender to stay for 2025-26 season irrespective of contract situation

Barcelona have had a fantastic season so far, despite losing to Real Sociedad last time out. Several players stood out in Hansi Flick's squad, and one of the most underrated is Inigo Martinez, who has built a very good partnership in the center of defense alongside Pau Cubarsi, who is almost half his age.

Martinez had started the season as the fourth-choice centre-back, but long-term injuries to Ronald Araujo and Andreas Christensen have given him the opportunity to become a nailed-on starter – and he has grabbed it with both hands. both hands.

According to Sport, Barcelona have been hugely impressed with Martinez this season and as a result it has been decided that he will not leave the club next summer. His current contract expires in June, and while he is headed for an automatic one-year extension, there are rumors that he could be offered a new contract instead.

It makes perfect sense for Barcelona to retain Martinez's services for at least another 12 months. He has been fantastic in recent months, so his place in Flick's squad is more than deserved.