Prior to joining United, he was absent for just 13 games across the same time frame in Amsterdam. Barcelona plot a raidSpanish outlet Fichajes reveals LaLiga’s champions want to “add a left-footed defender” to Hansi Flick’s squad, with Martinez emerging as their first-choice target. The report states United will be “obliged to negotiate” a deal should it be presented, due to the aforementioned contract situation. Barcelona believe this creates the “ideal opportunity” to acquire a World Cup-winning defender, whose skillset translates perfectly to Spanish football. Feature image Carl Recine via Getty ImagesThe Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade.