In recent months, Barcelona confirmed XTavi Espart’s extension through 2030 and have an agreement in place to renew captain Raphinha. Marc Bernal is also expected to secure an improved contract reflecting his growing role in the team. With those renewals advancing, the club are targeting the future of Gerard Martin, who has evolved from a left-back to a dependable left-sided centre-back and has become a regular starter since being promoted to the first team during Hansi Flick’s tenure.
Martin has expressed a clear desire to stay with Barcelona for the long term. He told reporters that staying at the club for many more years would be a pleasure, noting that he is close to hitting 100 appearances and hoping for many more. When asked about a lifetime contract, he indicated openness to the idea, provided performance remains strong. Internal discussions have already begun between Barcelona and his representatives, with the aim of extending his contract by two to three years, potentially through 2030 or 2031.
Thus far this season, Martin has appeared in six of Barcelona’s eight competitive matches, underscoring his importance to the squad and the growing confidence in his versatility, having become a reliable partner to Pau Cubarsi in the defensive line. The club continue to manage renewals across the squad to secure their long-term defensive backbone while maintaining stability for the present campaign.
