Real Betis defender MarcBartra said during the press conference before the match against Porto that his future with the club remains uncertain. At 35, the player has a contract that expires in 2027 and it has not yet been decided whether it will be renewed. Bartra stressed that the issue is "more a matter for the club than me", highlighting his focus on the present and on giving his all for the team. “For the rest, we will see what God wants,” he added, leaving open the possibility of a possible renewal.
The defender expressed appreciation for the Betis coach, JuanPellegrini, praising him for the work done with the players. Bartra said he has been fortunate to work with "the best coaches in the world" and that Pellegrini is one of them. He acknowledged that the coach helped him grow mentally, understand his role on the pitch and instill confidence and leadership. “He is the coach I have spent the most time with, and I am one of the players he has relied on the most throughout his career, which fills me with pride and gratitude,” he said.
Betis, which is preparing for a decisive match against Porto, is evaluating Bartra's position within the group. The defender, who has contributed significantly to the club's defensive solidity in recent years, is now at the center of an internal debate about his future. The club has yet to decide whether it will offer a new contract to the player, who is already maturing and could be a key element in the squad's renewal phase.
Bartra's future is therefore a topic of great interest for the fans and the Betis management. If the club decides to renew, the defender would have the possibility of continuing to contribute to the team until 2027, while a possible negative outcome could pave the way for a new adventure for the player. In any case, Bartra remains focused on the present, ready to give his all in the match against Porto and to serve the team with the same dedication that has distinguished him so far.