The transfer market has produced one of the most unexpected moves of the summer: Iñigo Martínez has switched from Barça to Al-Nassr. The center-back leaves on a free transfer, closing a brief but intense chapter at Camp Nou. His departure leaves a significant gap in the defense that won't be easy to fill.
Iñigo's exit, however, allows the club to free up a high salary and gives financial leeway to register new signings. The sporting management believes the financial impact is positive. However, on a sporting level, the consequences could be negative in the short term.
The Basque center-back has landed in Saudi Arabia to strengthen Al-Nassr's backline, where he has already been welcomed as a star. His signing has caused excitement among Saudi fans and trust from the coaching staff. It seems the club's ambition doesn't end here.
Iñigo Martínez, key piece in Al-Nassr's project
Sources close to the deal say that Iñigo has already recommended a name to further strengthen the attack of the Arab side. According to reports, it's a familiar face with whom he shared a locker room at Camp Nou. His arrival could mean a leap in quality for Al-Nassr's attack.
The Saudi sporting management has listened to the proposal and is already considering making a formal offer. Everything suggests they won't spare any expense to convince him.
Al-Nassr prepares a multi-million offer
That target is none other than Ferran Torres, the Barça winger whom Iñigo Martínez knows well and with whom he keeps a strong personal relationship. The interest is so serious that there is talk of a proposal exceeding sixty million euros. This figure (60 million euros) is enough to open any negotiation.
For now, neither Ferran's camp nor the Barça board have shown any willingness to finalize his departure. The player remains focused on his commitments and avoids commenting on Saudi interest.
Ferran Torres keeps silent about his future
In recent weeks, some rumors suggest a certain unease from Ferran Torres over Marcus Rashford's arrival at Barça. The competition for minutes could affect his prominence in important matches. Although he hasn't expressed it publicly, this factor could influence his future decision.
Meanwhile, Al-Nassr continues to work patiently to entice Ferran Torres and Barça. The size of the potential deal means the board is considering it more carefully.
The situation remains open, and any move could trigger a domino effect in the market. Meanwhile, Iñigo Martínez continues to adapt to his new environment and is taking on a leadership role in Saudi Arabia. The season at Al-Nassr is just beginning, but all eyes are already on a possible reunion with his former teammate.
If the transfer is ultimately completed, Al-Nassr would add another high-profile name to its ambitious project. Meanwhile, anticipation is growing and negotiations could intensify in the coming weeks.