Despite his impressive performances with Barcelona, it seems that coach Luis de la Fuente has different plans for the center-back position in the Spanish national team, having excluded rising star Gerard Martín from his official plans.
The young star has cemented his place as a key player at Barcelona, delivering exceptional performances in the Champions League semi-final against Inter Milan and the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid. He has also demonstrated remarkable development and rightfully established himself on the international stage.
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Hansi Flick’s support and the opportunity for his debut
Martín’s arrival in the first team was no accident. German coach Hansi-Dieter Flick believed in him and preferred him to other La Masia talents such as Alex Valle, who now continues his career with Como. Under Flick’s guidance, Martín has earned significant playing time at the Camp Nou, proving his ability to handle the pressure of big matches.
The tough competition in the national team
Despite his impressive performances with Barcelona and the under-21 team, Martín faces fierce competition for the center-back position in the senior national team. De la Fuente prefers players like Dean Huijsen, Dani Vivian, Robin Le Normand, Aymeric Laporte, and Marc Pubill, in addition to Pau Cubarsí, who enjoys the coach’s confidence.
The result: Martín needs a miracle to secure his place with La Roja in the upcoming tournaments in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, even though his current form naturally warrants his inclusion.
