Flick was amazed: Martinez went to Saudi Arabia

Former Barcelona defender Iñigo Martinez spoke about the reaction of the "blaugrana" head coach Hans-Dieter Flick regarding his transfer to Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr club. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.

He said he had spoken with the coach and discussed the topic. Flick was surprised by such news.

Martinez stated that he could not refuse the offer he received. He considers the last season the best period of his career and emphasized that it would be difficult to repeat such success.

The 34-year-old Spanish footballer transferred to Al-Nassr last summer. He signed a short-term contract with the Saudi club, which is valid until June 2026.

Martinez's decision and the coach's reaction are generating great interest in the football world.