In recent days, Gerard Piqué and Sergio Ramos have once again been the protagonists of sports news. Both are legends of Spanish soccer. However, throughout their careers they've had certain clashes, as one defended Barça and the other Madrid. Now Piqué has gone a step further by revealing certain moments of tension that he experienced with Ramos.
In a recent interview, Gerard Piqué mentioned that, after the 2017 referendum, both Sergio Ramos and then-coach Lopetegui urged him to apologize for his public stance. Piqué recalled: "The manager and the captain came to me and told me that I had to apologize."
These statements have rekindled the debate about the figures of the two legendary defenders. The relationship between Sergio Ramos and Gerard Piqué has been marked by moments of friction, but also of mutual respect, reflecting the rivalry between Real Madrid and Barça. A confrontation that Florentino now wants to repeat. This is because, while Laporta is counting on Cubarsí, the president of Real Madrid has been in charge of creating the new Sergio Ramos.
Joan Martínez: Sergio Ramos's Heir
Joan Martinez has caught Carlo Ancelotti's eye for 2025. Born on 20 August 2007 in Alginet, Valencia, Martinez has excelled as a center-back in the club's youth ranks. He stands at 1.90m[6' 3"]tall and shows an imposing presence on the field. What's more, He's been compared to Sergio Ramos for his play style and leadership.
Joan Martínez began his training in Levante's youth academy before joining Real Madrid in 2023. His progression has been skyrocketing, making his debut in the 2024 preseason. However, a cruciate ligament injury in August of that year interrupted his rise.
Joan Martínez Will be Better than Gerard Pique
Despite the injury, Real Madrid has shown unwavering confidence in Joan Martínez's potential. The club has renewed his contract until 2026, establishing a termination clause of more than 50 million euros. This aims to protect one of their youth academy gems.
This renewal reflects the club's commitment to young talent and its long-term vision. Joan Martínez has expressed gratitude and commitment to the club, stating his desire to fully recover and contribute to the its success in the future.
Comparisons with figures such as Sergio Ramos and Gerard Piqué didn't take long. His ability to anticipate plays, his aerial game and his leadership on the field position him as a comprehensive defender. In addition, his ability with the ball and his vision of the game allow him to start plays from the defense. This last characteristic makes him similar to Piqué.