Barça is making a remarkable leap in quality and practically everything happening in the Catalan capital is positive. The Culers have wrapped up an unbelievable season, winning titles and leaving a very good impression. The arrival of the new coach has changed everything and the board is delighted with his work.
Flick was a personal bet by the board and there was a minority who weren't satisfied with his arrival at Barça. The German started working quickly and good results didn't take long to arrive. Now, one of the footballers who has lost the most prominence may put Íñigo Martínez on the ropes.
The role of Íñigo Martínez in current Barça
Íñigo Martínez is, without a doubt, one of the best center-backs Barça could have right now alongside Pau Cubarsí. The young academy player needs someone with experience and leadership skills by his side to guide him. As seen this year, both have formed a defense worthy of admiration and feared by all the strikers on the continent.
Flick's Barça works like a well-oiled machine and the soccer they've developed has been worthy of admiration. All the Culers have applauded the squad and the coach for the great work and performance. Although at first Íñigo Martínez seemed set to be undisputed, the words of one of his teammates have put him in trouble.
In recent statements, Ronald Araújo has stated that he's definitely going to stay at Barça and that we still haven't seen the best of him. In this situation, Íñigo Martínez will continue to have competition and, if Araújo improves, he could lose his prominence. Both are great defenders, but the Basque has had a much better year and this has been reflected on the field.
Flick's decision
Flick will have to make a decision that could affect the whole team, so it's not easy at all. Íñigo Martínez will start as the starter, but Ronald Araújo is determined to earn the spot no matter what. To achieve this, the Uruguayan will try to recover his best form, which is far from his current level.
Ronald Araújo has gone through tough times due to an injury and Íñigo Martínez ended up taking his spot. We'll have to keep a very close eye on the Culers so we don't miss any updates.