Saudi Gazette report
RIYADH — The Roshn Saudi League’s wave of summer time signings has continued with former FC Barcelona defender Inigo Martinez becoming a member of Al Nassr on a free switch.
The Spanish centre-back’s transfer was confirmed early Sunday, with Al Nassr asserting that the 34-year-old had signed a one-year contract with the Riyadh membership.
Martinez arrives after two seasons at Barcelona, the place he helped the group safe the 2024-25 La Liga title, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Tremendous Cup. Earlier than his stint at Camp Nou, he represented Actual Sociedad and Athletic Bilbao, establishing himself as one in all Spain’s most dependable defenders.
A veteran of 21 caps for the Spanish nationwide group, Martinez was a part of the squad that reached the 2020-21 UEFA Nations League ultimate.
At Al Nassr, he joins a bunch of latest recruits introduced in to enhance on final season’s third-place league end. The membership has additionally appointed former Al Hilal supervisor Jorge Jesus and accomplished the high-profile signing of Portugal worldwide Joao Felix, alongside a number of promising Saudi gamers.
The brand new Roshn Saudi League season kicks off later this month, with Al Nassr concentrating on a stronger home and continental marketing campaign.
