Cubarsi and Íñigo Martínez kick him out of Barcelona, and Flick agrees to sell him in January

This season, defenders Pau Cubarsi and Iñigo Martínez have been exceptional for FC Barcelona, forming one of the top defensive pairings in Europe. Their impressive performances, blending Cubarsi’s youthful agility with Martínez’s seasoned experience, have helped establish a rock-solid defense, providing stability in both La Liga and the Champions League.

However, according to *El Nacional*, the strong performances of Cubarsi and Martínez have created a dilemma for Barcelona’s defense. With Andreas Christensen returning from a long-term injury, his place in the starting lineup is now uncertain.

Despite being a key player in recent seasons, Christensen’s return now coincides with the exceptional form of Cubarsi and Martínez, making it difficult for coach Hansi Flick to disrupt this successful defensive pairing. Although Christensen remains a skilled and valuable defender, Flick may need to make tough decisions to maintain defensive stability.

As a result, it’s possible that Christensen could lose his starting spot, and Flick has reportedly approved the idea of selling him in the January transfer window. This decision is complicated by Christensen’s high market value and the interest from several Premier League clubs. Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, is currently assessing transfer offers for Christensen and looking for the right time to finalize a deal.