Barcelona have an agreement with 22-year-old defender over new contract with €100 million clause | OneFootball

Gerard Martin’s situation at Barcelona is becoming clearer, as recent reports from Mundo Deportivo highlight.

The outlet mentions that the 22-year-old left-back, who will see his contract expire in 2025, is not facing the same uncertainty as some of his teammates.

Barcelona currently have four players whose contracts end in 2025, and while the futures of Robert Lewandowski, Inigo Martinez, and Martin are secured, the future of goalkeeper Wojciech  Szczesny remains unclear.

The club’s sporting management is handling all four cases, and while no official announcements have been made, Barcelona have everything under control.

Two of the players have clauses that automatically extend their contracts depending on the number of matches played, while negotiations for the others are ongoing.

Gerard Martin’s case

Gerard Martin has agreed to sign an extension until 2028. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images)

In Martin’s case, the situation is more straightforward. Having already established himself as a key player in the first team, Martin has earned the trust of manager Hansi Flick.

Barcelona and the player have reached an agreement that has not yet been made public. According to reports, Martin will extend his contract until June 30, 2028.

In addition to this, the club will include a release clause worth €100 million, ensuring that the young talent is protected in the long term.

Barcelona’s decision to secure Martin for the next few years shows that the club is committed to his development. Despite some moments where the left-back has not been at his best, he remains a key part of Hansi Flick’s plans for the future.

This contract extension is a sign of the club’s belief in his potential and their desire to secure him for the long haul.

It is clear that, despite being a backup to Alejandro Balde, Martin’s role at Barcelona is expected to grow, and the club is taking steps to make sure they have him tied down for the foreseeable future.