Arnau Martinez has repeatedly been linked with a move away from Girona and he can now end up at either Crystal Palace or Fulham.
The versatile full-back played 35 times in La Liga during the 2025/26 campaign. He couldn’t stop them from getting relegated but Martinez still contributed to five goals, captaining the team on many occasions.
Some months ago, Sport Witness covered West Ham’s interest in signing the Spaniard. They made contact for the full-back and it was always clear that his entourage was working to find a new club.
Now, like Girona, the Hammer are in the second division. Other suitors like Fulham and Crystal Palace are lining up to sign Martinez.
Deal very affordable
ASRomaLive take a close look at the Girona star’s situation and how relegation has impacted it.
They note that Italian clubs have been linked with him but those suggestions may not be too concrete, for now.
Martinez has a release clause in his contract which will allow clubs to sign him for only €8m.
That is exactly why Fulham and Crystal Palace are well placed in the running. They are facing competition from Real Sociedad and Real Betis, with Roma also offered the chance to sign the player.
Again, it shows that Martinez’s entourage is trying hard to find a new club and leave the trouble at Girona behind.
Clubs have nothing to lose
Martinez is a good age at 23 and is versatile. He can play further forward and can also play on either side of a centre-back role. This makes him someone who can be a useful asset for many clubs.
He has captained Girona many times and that is another attraction for suitors. The defender also has the experience of playing in the Champions League.
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