Gerard Martin, the young full-back of Barcelona, has become one of the most reliable substitutes for Alejandro Balde, after delivering an impressive performance against Getafe, according to the Spanish newspaper "AS".

The report indicated that the player, who is in his first season as a full-fledged player in the first team after spending last season in the youth team, continues to develop under the guidance of Hans Flick. In the match against Getafe, Martin regained four balls and forced the opponent to commit a foul, while maintaining complete control over the left side and preventing any attacking attempts from the opposing team.

The report clarified that Gerard has participated in the last three league matches, in addition to his appearance in the European match against Newcastle, confirming that he is proving himself as a reliable player in various defensive positions, including the left-back position following the departure of Inigo Martinez.

AS confirmed that coach Hans Flick has great confidence in Martin, valuing his consistency and outstanding level on the field, making him a key element in the team’s plans this season.