It seems that Hansi Flick will reconsider who will partner Pau Coparsi in central defence!

Papers are in a mess after the departure of Inigo Martinez

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Although Hansi Flick had no intention of letting veteran central defender Iñigo Martinez leave, who had moved to Al-Nassr with a new experience, the opposite happened in the end. The deal went through, leaving Flick and his team with few options.

In the Barcelona vs Real Mallorca match, which ended with Barcelona winning 3-0 with ease, Ronaldo Araujo was the player who played alongside Pau Coparsi in the heart of the defense. The player did not commit any serious errors in the match, but the difference between him and Iñigo Martino in the heart of the defense was clear and evident.

Alternative options for Hansi Flick

According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona were keen to add an additional center back for next season, but were unable to do so due to financial constraints. Therefore, Hansi Flick is expected to rely on an unpopular left-back option, La Masia native Gerard Martin, at left center back this season, and he is expected to receive more minutes with the team.

🚨 Hansi Flick: "Signing a center-back? Honestly, no. We can also use Gerard Martín in that position. I value him a lot. Last season, he played brilliantly and improved significantly." pic.twitter.com/ORFtib6xec

— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) August 15, 2025

The left-back position will be divided between Alejandro Balde and new signing Jofre Torrents, who also looks set to get some game time after his impressive performances at left-back in pre-season.