FC Barcelona anticipates significant changes in the team for the upcoming season. Deco is making moves and it seems he is done with a renewal that will be signed in the coming weeks. This was released by journalist Eduardo Inda on El Chiringuito, indicating that the player who will sign a new deal with the club will be a beloved one: Íñigo Martínez.
In the latest episode of El Chiringuito, Eduardo Inda talked about the player's salary. In his new contract, Íñigo Martínez will keep the same salary he is currently earning at FC Barcelona. At the moment, he is earning about 5 million euros net per season, a salary he will keep earning with the renewal. If his contract was set to expire on June 30, the extension will keep him wearing the blaugrana colors until 2026.
In this regard, Inda was assertive about Íñigo Martínez's new contract, setting a date for his renewal: "He'll sign it before Christmas." At 33 years old, he is enjoying a great moment and the news has been well received by Barça fans. However, it seems clear that he won't be returning to the Spanish national team. It is believed that, at his age, he won't be drafted again.
Íñigo Martínez Leaves a Victim at Barça
A sector where there will be changes for the next season is the defensive line, where significant arrivals and departures may occur. A figure likely to leave is Christensen, who still hasn't debuted with Flick, especially after Íñigo Martínez's renewal.
Fichajes.net has discovered that Newcastle has shown interest in signing Andreas Christensen. The sale of the Dane is seen favorably within the Catalonian club, having Hansi Flick's approval for his departure. It's a viable solution to obtain money and address other key additions to complete the team for the next season.
Andreas Christensen arrived at FC Barcelona on a free transfer in 2022 and his contract ends in 2026. The idea is to try to renew him at an affordable price. If that doesn't happen, his sale would be accepted. Not only does Newcastle want him, but the Dane has also attracted significant interest from other Premier League clubs. His departure would free up salary space and help secure funds for other transfers.
The plan is clear: renewing Íñigo Martínez, bringing in Tah for free and selling Christensen for a good sum of money.