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Iñigo Martínez

Iñigo Martínez Berridi is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a centre-back.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Iñigo Martínez Berridi (born 17 May 1991) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Al-Nassr and the Spain national team. He began his senior career at Real Sociedad, later moving to Athletic Bilbao and FC Barcelona, with a subsequent transfer to Al-Nassr in 2025. He has won domestic honours including the Supercopa de España and a domestic treble.

Early life and youth career

Martínez was born in Ondarroa, Biscay, in the Basque Country. He started his youth football at local club Aurrerá Ondarroa before joining the youth system of Real Sociedad.

Club career

Martínez made his senior debut for Real Sociedad in 2011 and spent most of his early professional career at the club. In January 2018, he transferred to Athletic Bilbao. With Athletic Bilbao, he won the 2020–21 Supercopa de España and reached two Copa del Rey finals. He joined FC Barcelona in 2023 and won a domestic treble in the 2024–25 season. He later joined Al-Nassr in 2025.

International career

Martínez has represented Spain at youth and senior levels, earning caps for the senior national team.

Honours

Martínez's club honours include the 2020–21 Supercopa de España with Athletic Bilbao and major domestic titles with FC Barcelona in the 2024–25 season, including a domestic treble.

Key facts

  • Born in Ondarroa, Biscay, and joined Real Sociedad's youth system from Aurrerá Ondarroa.
  • Made senior debut for Real Sociedad in 2011 and spent most of his early career there.
  • Transferred to Athletic Bilbao in January 2018, winning the 2020–21 Supercopa de España.
  • Joined FC Barcelona in 2023 and won a domestic treble in the 2024–25 season.
  • Moved to Al-Nassr in 2025.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Iñigo Martínez?
He is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a centre-back and has represented clubs including Real Sociedad, Athletic Bilbao, FC Barcelona, and Al-Nassr.
When was Iñigo Martínez born?
He was born on 17 May 1991.
Where was Iñigo Martínez born?
He was born in Ondarroa, Biscay, Spain.
What position does Iñigo Martínez play?
He plays as a centre-back.
Which clubs has Iñigo Martínez played for?
His senior club career has included Real Sociedad B, Real Sociedad, Athletic Bilbao, FC Barcelona, and Al-Nassr.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I%C3%B1igo_Mart%C3%ADnez
    Supports: Birthplace, youth background, Real Sociedad and Athletic Bilbao career summary, Barcelona move, and later career overview.
  2. FC Barcelona — https://www.fcbarcelona.com/en/football/first-team/players/5815/inigo-martinez
    Supports: Date of birth, height, honours with Barcelona, and club transfer details.
  3. FC Barcelona — https://www.fcbarcelona.com/en/news/3570200/inigo-martinez-to-join-fc-barcelona
    Supports: Signing announcement, career background, and transfer timing from Athletic Club to Barcelona.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/news/_/id/165562/inigo-martinez
    Supports: Player profile, nationality, position, and later club listing.
  5. French Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%8D%C3%B1igo_Mart%C3%ADnez
    Supports: Spain international status, Athletic Club tenure, Barcelona move, and reported later move to Al-Nassr.