Andrés Martín
RAC
Right Winger
Wide Forward
Jul 11, 1999 (27)
Left
5'10"
141 lb
Trains with team Thursday
Martin (knee) was back in full team training Thursday, according to the club.
Analysis: Martin had been working outside the group through running and ball drills as he continued recovering from the knee sprain suffered against Elche on August 28, an injury that had been expected to require six to eight weeks of recovery. His return to full training now marks the culmination of that process, positioning him to compete for a spot back in Racing's lineup.
Back running on grass
Martin (knee) has returned to running on the training pitch, working outside the team as he continues recovering from the knee sprain suffered against Elche on August 28, according to Oscar Garcia Mayo of Diario AS.
Analysis: Martin's injury had been expected to require six to eight weeks of recovery, and this progress, coming less than a month after the setback, marks an encouraging step. He has been working through slaloms and continuous running, even touching the ball at times, though he remains apart from full team training as he builds toward a return.
Set to miss 6-8 weeks with sprained knee
Martin has suffered a sprain in the right knee, which is likely to require 6-8 weeks to fully recover, Oscar Garcia Mayo of Diario As reports.
Analysis: Martin could now stay out of action for up to two months after being forced to leave the week three clash against Elche early in the second half. This issue leaves Racing without a regular starter on the right flank who had also taken corner and penalty kicks, highlighting the importance of his contribution. While he can't play, his role could be filled by Ivan Martin, with either Sergio Martinez or Matteo Prati moving into the starting lineup in central midfield. Meanwhile, Inigo Vicente and Sergio Canales might benefit with increased set-piece duties.
Exits with injury
Martin was forced off the field in the 59th minute of Friday's match against Elche due to an apparent injury.
Analysis: Martin would have to leave the field 15 minutes after halftime in Friday's win, as the forward appeared to suffer an injury. This will be something to monitor for the club, as the forward has yet to miss a start this season and does have a goal under his belt. He will likely head in for scans, hoping for nothing serious, with Asier Villalibre as a possible replacement to enter the starting XI, as Yassir Zabiri will likely remain a starter following his hat trick.
Strong showing in loss
Andres Martin registered three shots (two on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Getafe.
Analysis: Martin was Santander's lone offensive threat, putting up three shots. None of his service was on point though, and that's not going to help the team's cause if it wants to routinely pick up points. The next match could be a boon for Santander as Elche have already allowed six goals through two matches.
Scores from spot
Andres Martin scored one goal to go with six shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Villarreal.
Analysis: Martin was the most involved player not just for Racing but across the entire match, contributing to nine shots overall, six of which he took himself while creating three for teammates. He put Racing ahead from the penalty spot in the 20th minute, converting the opener himself. He remains Racing's undisputed starter and top contributor at right wing, backed by 23 goals and nine assists last season and 17 goals and 17 assists the season before that.
Back in lineup vs Athletic
Martin (undisclosed) is on the starting lineup in the friendly against Athletic Club after missing the previous match against Osasuna due to discomfort, indicating the issue is no longer a concern.
Analysis: Martin's return to the starting lineup against Athletic Club puts to rest any worry stemming from the discomfort that ruled him out against Osasuna. As Racing's undisputed starter at right wing, backed by 23 goals and nine assists last season and 17 goals and 17 assists the season before, his fitness is central to the team's attacking output, so this is a positive sign heading into the new campaign.
Sidelined by discomfort
Martin (undisclosed) is dealing with discomfort that has kept him out of full training, ruling him out of Friday's friendly against Osasuna, according to Oskar Garcia of SER Cantabria.
Analysis: Martin was one of the most productive wide players in La Liga2 last season, contributing 23 goals and nine assists across 41 appearances during Racing Santander's promotion campaign. His current issue is worth monitoring given how central he was to the club's attack, and his path back to full training will be important to track as Racing continues its preseason preparations ahead of the step up to LaLiga.
Dynamic winger
Martin delivered an outstanding campaign for Racing Santander in La Liga2, making 41 appearances and contributing 23 goals and nine assists across 3,453 minutes of action.
Analysis: Martin was one of the most productive wide players in the second division this season, his combination of prolific goal-scoring and creative output from the right wing making him a constant danger throughout the promotion campaign. His 23 goals in particular underline his clinical finishing ability from a wide position, while his set-piece responsibilities added an additional creative dimension to his game and gave Racing a reliable delivery option from dead-ball situations. The step up to La Liga will present a significant challenge, but his consistent output across an entire season at this level suggests he has the quality and the stamina to compete at the highest level of Spanish football next season.
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