Iñigo Martínez Won’t Return to Barcelona: What’s Next for the Defender?

Iñigo Martínez will not be returning to Barcelona, despite recent rumors. According to Sport, the Basque defender, who left the Catalan club at the age of 34 after winning a Liga title, a Copa del Rey, and a Supercopa, has made a firm decision to continue his career elsewhere. Barcelona is focusing on the recovery of Ronald Araujo, who is currently undergoing individual training after a tough period, while also exploring other future options. Meanwhile, Martínez has successfully integrated into Al-Nassr and is fully committed to his new path.

In Saudi Arabia, the former Athletic Club player is thriving. Playing alongside stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and João Félix, he is actively contributing to Al-Nassr’s dominance in the Saudi league, achieving 9 wins in 9 matches before the December break. His seamless integration into the club and the country has been remarkable. While Barcelona expresses regret over his departure, they appreciate his contributions and his role in developing young talents like Pau Cubarsí and Gerard Martín. The club is now turning its attention to the future and rebuilding its central defense, making a return for Iñigo Martínez unlikely.