Real Madrid Eagerly Awaits Its New Tarzan, the Heir to Sergio Ramos

Joan Martínez, Real Madrid's young central defender, shows an impressive physical transformation during his recovery from the severe knee injury he suffered in August. The 17-year-old player continues to work intensively in the gym and shares his progress on social media.

Martínez, who was one of the preseason's great sensations, was in the process of adapting to the first team when he suffered the injury. Although he couldn't continue, he's used this time to improve his physique. On his social media, he shared images showing his transformation, with a notable gain in muscle mass.

An impressive change

Joan Martínez, being 1.92m [6 feet 4 inches]tall, has taken advantage of the injury to strengthen his body. During this time, he's gained several pounds of muscle mass, a crucial aspect for his future in the first team.

"Work, dedication, and effort," he wrote on his social media, joined by photos that showcase his unbelievable change. Comments from his teammates were quick to follow: "Like Rambo," "What an animal," "You're kidding, right?"

Martínez's recovery is progressing as planned. Currently, he's already working on the injured knee with low-impact exercises, such as the pool and the anti-gravity treadmill. This process is key for his return to competition.

Hope for Real Madrid

Ancelotti is closely monitoring his progress. The club has high expectations for the young center-back, who could be the natural heir to Sergio Ramos. Joan Martínez is showing great attitude and commitment, which has caused a lot of excitement in Valdebebas.

With his impressive physical change and constant work, Joan Martínez is ready to take the next step in his career. Real Madrid eagerly awaits his return, as they trust he will be a defensive pillar in the near future.