Barcelona new signing might begin in upcoming video games after impressing staff in training

It has not been probably the most perfect of starts for Inigo Martinez at Barcelona, after all of the defender arrived from Athletic Club still feeling the after-effects of the harm he had sustained final season.

So, even though he joined the membership in early July, the veteran defender had to wait till last month to take part in group coaching periods with the relaxation of his teammates.

And, provided that his registration had not taken place till the switch deadline day, the Spaniard also had to anticipate his debut for the Blaugrana.

It finally got here just previous to the worldwide break, as Martinez came on in its place in opposition to CA Osasuna at El Sadar, even though it was just for a couple of minutes.

A first start beckons Inigo

Now, though, Sergi Capdevila of SPORT is reporting that a primary start could be on the horizon for Martinez in the upcoming matches against Real Betis or Royal Antwerp.

The 32-year-old is known to have made a giant impression throughout coaching periods, with the membership employees left ‘delighted’ with his performances.

That, coupled with the attainable rotations after the international break, could lead to Martinez making his first start as a Barcelona player both this Saturday against Real Betis or in next week’s UEFA Champions League conflict versus Royal Antwerp.

Martinez is understood to have made the many of the international break to build some rhythm and get into better shape.

Martinez in line for his first start? (Photo by PAU BARRENA/AFP by way of Getty Images)

The defender is said to be perfectly fantastic and is coping with increased workload and depth, which bodes nicely for Barcelona.

Rotations on the horizon

Given that Barça might be enjoying seven matches between now and the following worldwide break, there shall be a pile-up of fixtures and Xavi might want to rotate his troops successfully.

More so, provided that a lot of gamers are returning after playing for their respective national teams.

Jules Kounde and Andreas Christensen were involved with France and Denmark, respectively, whereas Ronald Araujo continues to be injured. As such, it could lead to minutes for Martinez either against Betis or within the contest versus Antwerp.