Gerard Martín was a key player in the final stretch of the season with FC Barcelona and is now at the center of rumors about his future this summer. The youth player is clear about where he wants to be, but first he must recover from an injury sustained while playing for the Spanish U-21 team. His European campaign ended earlier than expected due to an injury that required surgery by surgeon Xavier Mir.
Gerard Martín’s time out
The FC Barcelona left-back did not get off to a good start with the Spanish Under-21 team, having to leave due to injury. Gerard Martín suffered a dislocated fifth metacarpal in his right hand in the opening match of the European Championship against Slovakia (3-2). After the injury was confirmed, he returned to Barcelona where he has already undergone surgery by surgeon Xavier Mir.
The statement issued by the club emphasizes that the operation was “a success,” although the length of his absence has not been specified. However, it is estimated to be around 4-5 weeks, which means he will rejoin the team during the preseason and be fully available for the start of the season under Hansi Flick.
His future on everyone’s lips
In addition to his injury, Gerard Martín has been the talk of the town because of his future. His excellent performance in the final stretch of the competition, ably replacing the undisputed starter on the left flank, Alejandro Balde, has been outstanding, sparking interest in the transfer market. Gerard Martín showed his seriousness in defense and his attacking potential in important games such as the semifinals against Inter Milan, where he even provided two assists in the second leg. Being in the spotlight has attracted the interest of the Premier League. Wolverhampton has shown interest in signing the young academy player, as has English league rival Bournemouth.
In addition, there has also been some interest in the Bundesliga and an official offer is pending. In principle, Barcelona’s idea is not to let players who are or could be important to Hansi Flick leave, but financial necessity is a reality and if an offer above $12 million arrives, the Catalan club would not rule out the option of opening the door for the full-back.
Gerard Martín is clear
Despite the interest and offers that may arise in the coming weeks, the player is clear about where his future lies and expressed this on his arrival in Barcelona from the national team’s training camp: “These things come up. In the end, I don’t pay any attention to them. I’m focused on Barça and the truth is that I’m happy with my season,” Gerard Martín told Jijantes.
The Barça defender also emphasized that “I think the staff are also happy with me, with my growth and what I still have to improve. The truth is that I don’t think about anything other than Barça. I’m calm,” he concluded.