Barcelona have made preliminary contact with Gerard Martín’s representatives about extending and improving his contract. The 24-year-old is already tied to the club until 2028, and the reported plan is to raise both his salary and his existing €100 million release clause—not to set the clause at €100 million for the first time.
Current status
No agreement has been completed and no formal negotiating meeting has yet been reported. The discussions are at an early, preparatory stage, with Barcelona laying the groundwork for an extension rather than dealing with an immediate contractual deadline.
The situation is reportedly calm because both sides want to continue the relationship: Martín is happy at Barcelona, while the club are satisfied with his development, performances and growing role under Hansi Flick.
Contract element Current position Barcelona’s reported objective
Expiry June 2028. Extend for additional years.
Release clause €100 million. Increase it.
Salary Existing terms. Improve it to reflect his first-team standing.
Talks Initial contact only. Move toward formal negotiations.
Martín’s rise
Martín joined Barcelona from UE Cornellà in 2023 and spent his first season with Barça Atlètic. He moved into the senior setup during Flick’s first campaign and has established himself as a versatile defensive option, initially featuring principally at left-back before also operating at centre-back.
The reported senior record is 97 appearances, one goal and seven assists. Those numbers help explain why Barcelona are seeking to update a deal that was renewed as recently as January 2025 and currently runs through 2028.
What it means
This is an attempt to consolidate an emerging first-team player rather than a response to a confirmed transfer bid. By offering improved terms and raising the buyout clause, Barcelona would protect a player they view as increasingly valuable in Flick’s squad while rewarding his progress from the reserve side.
The important uncertainty is that the key details remain unresolved: the new end date, revised salary and final release-clause figure have not been disclosed. Until formal negotiations take place and Barcelona announces an agreement, the renewal should be described as planned and preliminary, not finalised.
