🚨 Breaking News: Inigo Martinez’s Future at Barcelona in Doubt! 🚨

Inigo Martinez is facing an uncertain future at Barcelona for several reasons. When he signed last summer, he was only registered for one season due to financial fair play constraints, despite agreeing to a two-year deal. This situation led to his agent inserting a clause that allows Martinez to be released from his contract on July 15 if a new deal has not been agreed upon.

Contract Clause Complications

Martinez’s current deal includes a specific clause that could see him leave the club if not renegotiated by mid-July. Catalunya Radio reports that while Martinez has returned for pre-season training and is keen to stay, there’s no guarantee he will continue at the club.

Defensive Depth at Barcelona

Barcelona’s new manager, Hansi Flick, has several defensive options at his disposal, including Ronald Araujo, Jules Kounde, Andreas Christensen, Pau Cubarsi, Mikayil Faye, and Eric Garcia. This depth in defense adds to the uncertainty surrounding Martinez’s future at the club.

Injuries and International Duties

However, Flick might face a shortage of defenders at the start of the season. Araujo is expected to be sidelined due to injury, and both Cubarsi and Garcia are part of Spain’s Olympic team, potentially missing the beginning of the new campaign. This situation could work in Martinez’s favor, increasing his chances of staying with the team.