Barcelona might offer veteran Spanish defender Inigo Martinez in a deal to permanently sign Joao Felix from Atletico Madrid.
According to an update by Marcos Duran, Joao Felix might remain at FC Barcelona, but Inigo Martinez might move to Atletico Madrid. The reigning La Liga champions are ready to offer the veteran Spanish defender in the deal to sign the 24-year-old attacker in a permanent move from Los Rojiblancos.
Joao Felix and his Barcelona journey
Joao Felix has endured a topsy-turvy ride since joining Barcelona on loan from Atletico Madrid on Deadline Day in last summer’s transfer window. The Portuguese international has endured a few weeks of barren run while also being out of the starting lineup. But he has a solid record thus far this term.
The 24-year-old has contributed to 14 goals in 34 appearances across all competitions thus far this season. The player has found the back of the net nine times while providing five assists. But Felix’s long-term future as a Barcelona player is uncertain as he will return to Atletico Madrid after the loan deal ends.
However, the former Benfica prodigy has been so impressive that Barcelona will look to complete a permanent move in the summer transfer window. The latest update has suggested that the Blaugrana might use Inigo Martinez in the deal to permanently sign Joao Felix.
Part-Exchange deal on the horizon?
Recent reports have claimed that Martinez faces an uncertain future at the Catalan club due to the never-ending financial issues. So, Barcelona might part ways with the veteran Spanish defender in the summer transfer window. While Martinez wants to stay beyond the summer, the decision might be out of his hands.
So, we might see Barcelona offer Inigo Martinez in the deal to sign Joao Felix from Atletico Madrid. Recent reports have suggested that a loan deal might be on the cards. But Atletico Madrid would prefer a permanent agreement, meaning Martinez’s inclusion is possible.
It will be interesting to see if the Colchoneros are ready to accept Martinez in the deal to sell Joao Felix to Barcelona. For now, the option of a part-exchange deal has emerged as the Catalan giants look to complete a permanent move for the 24-year-old attacker.
