Javi Martinez.

[MCFC BOB]

No, we're not linked with him, but what do you reckon? Worth a punt?

22 years old and nearly 200 appearances for Bilbao, 4 caps for Spain, and is about to represent Spain at the U21s Championship in the summer. Won the World Cup with Spain last summer too.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lS1HBZmarBE[/youtube]

 

[Project]

One of my favourite young prospects of the past 3-4 years. The goal against Almeria was genius. I think he'd suit us in the Barry role and is at the stage of his career where he probably needs to move in order to continue his progression.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56OirGsPiJY[/youtube]

 

[howfen blue]

Wanted him last year would be ideal playing where Barry has played the majority of the season but I think Yaya or Milner will be playing there more often than not next year (he says with his fingers crossed)!!

 

[Dax777]

Wanted him last year would be ideal playing where Barry has played the majority of the season but I think Yaya or Milner will be playing there more often than not next year (he says with his fingers crossed)!!

Totally agree. Love the guy, but we are stacked at his position :(

 

[JoeMercer'sWay]

just signed a new contract.

 

[CitySpaniard]

Wouldn't happen anytime soon as athletic have a special bond and there players the desire to want to wear their colors and be proud to field an all Basque side. They are a Young side and finished fifth so nobody will be leaving Bilbao anytime soon (llorente, javi, muniain, etc...)

 

[johnny crossan]

just signed a new contract.

missed that - depressing - he's what we need - looked good in the air and on the deck tonight

 

[Matt the Giant]

He was fantastic today, especially in the first 45. A midfield dominator with a great pass.

 

[Tevez City]

Cheaper than Modric.

 

[Inzi]

Cheaper than Modric.

........ completely different players.......