Barcelona secures Inigo Martinez

Spanish defender joins from Athletic Bilbao

Market value: €15 million

FC Barcelona has completed the signing of Iñigo Martinez from Athletic Bilbao. The 33-year-old central defender has signed a three-year contract with the Catalan club.

Martinez is a product of the Real Sociedad academy and made his professional debut for the club in 2011. He joined Athletic Bilbao in 2018 and has since made over 200 appearances for the Basque club.

Martinez is a versatile defender who can play in both central defense and at left-back. He is a strong tackler and a good passer of the ball.

Martinez's signing is a significant boost for Barcelona, who have been struggling defensively this season. He is expected to partner Gerard Pique in central defense.