Hansi Flick's request to Barcelona

FC Barcelona continues to fine-tune details for the start of LaLiga, and one of German coach Hansi Flick's priorities is to have Íñigo Martínez from the first match. Flick, who has shown great satisfaction with the performance of the Basque defender, aims to secure his registration in LaLiga before the blue and red team's debut in Mestalla against Valencia.

Íñigo Martínez, who is already in his second season with Barça, has left an excellent impression during the preseason. His performance in the Joan Gamper Trophy, where he played the full 90 minutes against AS Monaco, has strengthened Flick's confidence in his ability to provide defensive solidity to the team. The coach considers the Vizcayan center-back a key piece in his scheme, especially after the departures and movements in the defensive lineup during the summer.

Flick prioritizes his continuity over other options

While Barcelona works on the registration of other players like Eric Garcia, Clément Lenglet, and Ansu Fati, the situation of Íñigo Martínez is of utmost urgency for Flick. As reported by MundoDeportivo, the coach believes that having the center-back from the first minute of the season is vital to establish a solid foundation in defense, especially in a campaign's demanding start.

The sporting direction, led by Deco, is aligned with the coach's desires, and it is expected that the registration of Íñigo Martínez will be finalized in the coming hours. With the registration of the Basque defender, Flick trusts to kick off LaLiga with a strong defense ready to face the challenges of the new season, where Barça aims to retain the title and continue its dominance in Spanish football.

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