Girona close to signing Atlético Madrid's centre-back Dani Martínez

According to Mundo Deportivo, Atlético Madrid and Girona are in advanced talks to complete the transfer of centre-back Dani Martínez. The deal could be finalized in the coming days for approximately one million euros, with Atlético retaining a buyback option should the defender's career flourish.

The move is part of Atlético's wider clearout of academy players who won't get playing time following the return of World Cup final participants. Other academy prospects have already left the club: Julio Díaz joined Sevilla, Jano Monserrate went to Ajax, and Javi Morcillo completed his transfer to Elche.

Girona, managed by Quique Álvarez, are actively seeking defensive reinforcements as they compete in the Segunda División with promotion ambitions. For Dani Martínez, the transfer represents a chance to gain regular playing time and develop his career at a crucial stage.