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At 33 years old, Barcelona defender Íñigo Martínez is in exceptional physical condition, rivaling the peak of his performances during his early years.
A clear reflection of his current form is his playing time, as he is the most outstanding player in the squad, having accumulated 2,136 minutes on the pitch.
He is the only player to surpass the 2,000 minute mark, along with Jules Kounde (2,065 minutes) and Raphinha (2,064 minutes).
What is your secret?
The secret behind Martínez’s outstanding performances this season lies in his approach to training and his dedication to improving his game.
According to SPORT, he constantly pushes himself to the highest level in training, setting a demanding standard that does not go unnoticed by Hansi Flick.
The coach has expressed his admiration for Martínez’s work ethic, as he believes that players must perform at their best both in training and during games.
His commitment to excellence has made him a key example for Flick, who values that professionalism within his team.
Flick wanted me to rest
This relentless drive has allowed Martínez to handle Barcelona’s demanding schedule without problems.
Although Flick has considered resting him on several occasions, the defender’s high level of performance has made it unnecessary. In fact, the only game Martínez has missed this season was the 2-4 loss to Osasuna.
Tactically, Martínez is also in tune with Flick’s football philosophy. The coach values his ability to organize the team defensively and his strong presence with both feet.
So far, Martínez has played in 24 of Barcelona’s 25 official matches this season. If he plays 37 games, his contract would be automatically extended, since he would have participated in 60% of the possible games.
However, the club’s management has made it clear that this condition is not the decisive factor in its future. Martínez is expected to remain at Barcelona for at least one more season, regardless of how many games he plays.
