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Gerard Martin dismisses talk of Barcelona exit as left-back returns for surgery following injury in U21 Euro opener

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<p>Gerard Martin has returned to Barca after sustaining a hand injury during Spain's 3-2 victory over Slovakia in the opening match of the Under-21 European Championship. The 23-year-old dislocated the fifth metacarpal in his right hand and is slated to undergo surgery, ruling him out for the remainder of the tournament. </p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Despite recent rumours of a potential exit from the Spanish club, Martin confirmed that he remains committed to Barcelona. The left-back stated he is "happy and focused" on the club and believes the coaching staff are satisfied with his progress. His absence from the U21 Euros is a blow to Spain, but he is expected to recover in time for Barcelona's preseason under star manager <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-in/lists/real-madrid-laughed-hansi-flick-strict-barcelona-rules-toni-kroos-different-philosophies/bltad92abb445bff41f" target="_self">Hansi Flick</a>.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Gerard Martin addressed the rumours<a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20250612/1002482254/gerard-martin-rompe-silencio-llegar-barcelona-hablar-futuro.html" target="_self"></a>, telling reporters: “I'm not paying attention to the rumors. I'm happy and focused on Barça, I'm happy with my season. I think the staff is also happy with me, with my growth and what I still have to improve. I'm not thinking about anything other than Barca, so I'm calm."</p>

WHAT GERARD MARTIN SAID

<p>Martin will undergo surgery in Barcelona and is expected to be sidelined for a few weeks. If recovery proceeds without complications, he is likely to be available for the pre-season training, which is reported to start on July 13. The defender so far aims to compete for a place in Flick's squad amid interest from other clubs.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR GERARD MARTIN?

Gerard Martin dismisses talk of Barcelona exit as left-back returns for surgery following injury in U21 Euro opener | Goal.com

Gerard Martin remains focused on Barcelona despite being forced out of the Under-21 European Championship due to a major injury in his first match.

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