"However, SPORT has come forward to nip those rumours in the bud, claiming that there is no possibility of a hypothetical return of Inigo to Barcelona in the winter. To begin with, Barça fully trust in the recovery of Araujo. The Uruguayan is experiencing a confidence issue after the mistake made against Chelsea, but the Barcelona staff is working to help him through the issue, even as he currently trains individually in the gym."
"Some reports claimed that Martinez could leave Al Nassr on loan until the end of the season, but this is far from true. The player made a firm decision and has adapted well to his new club, while Barcelona respected this choice. Inigo's time at Barcelona was successful, but it reached its conclusion. The defender won La Liga, the Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup last season, and felt it was the right moment to take a new direction in the final stage of his career. At Al Nassr, he shares a dressing room with players such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix and is fully committed to the project, just as he had been during his two years at Barcelona."
Iñigo Martínez departed Barcelona for Al Nassr after a successful 2024/25 campaign and has adapted well to his new club. Hansi Flick was unhappy about the decision to let Martínez go, and Barcelona have felt his absence due to his tactical understanding and leadership. Ronald Araújo is experiencing confidence issues following a mistake against Chelsea and is training individually while the club works on his recovery. Reports of a January reunion were denied, with Barcelona respecting Martínez's firm decision and ruling out a loan. Barcelona are planning to reinforce the centre-back position in the summer.
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