Barcelona is making moves to sign Arnau Martinez from Girona in the upcoming transfer window as they are impressed by the 19-year-old Catalan.
The Catalans are looking to add defensive assistance, particularly in light of reports suggesting that players like Lenglet and Umtiti may be leaving the Camp Nou.
Barça’s hunt for a defender
Best defensive prospects for Barça like Koulibaly, Azpilicueta, and Kounde from Sevilla have received a lot of attention. However, the club is aggressively aiming to improve their alternatives in the wing position in conjunction with bolstering their center-back corps.
Dani Alves leaves Camp Nou
Legendary defender Dani Alves has confirmed that Barcelona won’t renew his contract for next year. This void is expected to be filled by the Champions League winner Cesar Azpilicueta. But just in case the cards don’t unfold in the Catalans’ favor they’re considering Arnau Martinez to be a backup option.
Arnau Martinez: The prodigy from Catalona
Martinez contributed significantly to Girona’s success in securing a return to La Liga with a goal and 6 assists in 36 games played in La Liga Smart bank. He also scored in the crucial promotion knockout championship game to help Girona defeat Tenerife.
Numerous teams are on high alert as they attempt to entice Arnau from the Catalonian club. This is the by-product of Martinez’s quick climb to fame. As part of Xavi’s intentions to expand his alternatives for a right-back, Barça is after this signature.
Should A. Martinez join Barcelona?
In order to hire Spanish midfielder Pablo Torre previously, Barcelona did pay him a sum of about €5 million. We’ll have to wait and watch if they decide to follow a decent risk with Arnau Martinez.
The latter’s release clause stands at £10 million thanks to his services in promoting the team to La Liga. It would be a great signing for Barcelona considering their financial situation if the kid proves his worth.
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