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Milan pursues Barcelona center-back Gerard Martin amid defensive needs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Milan pursues Barcelona center-back Gerard Martin amid defensive needs

Summary

Milan is exploring options for bolstering their defense and has made a €20 million bid for Barcelona center-back Gerard Martin. Barcelona demands €35 million for the player, who is not actively seeking a transfer despite Milan's interest. Martin appeared in 51 matches last season and has two years left on his contract. Meanwhile, Milan's activity this summer has included significant investments in players like Gonçalo Ramos and Mario Gila, as they look to enhance their roster further. The situation may evolve as Barcelona assesses their own squad needs, including potential replacements for Martin.

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Key Details

•Milan has bid €20 million for Gerard Martin.
•Barcelona is asking for €35 million.
•Martin has two years remaining on his contract.
•Milan has invested €74 million in new signings this summer.
•Barcelona may seek a replacement before agreeing to a sale.

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3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Milan Said to Be Interested in Barcelona Center-Back

What they're saying

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Milan remain in the hunt for more defensive help after signing Mario Gila and weighing but not pushing for Antonio Silva, and they have reportedly bid for Gerard Martin, but they’ll need to put more...
— Yahoo Sports

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