José Antonio Martínez

José Antonio Martínez Gil (born 12 February 1993) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a central defender who plays for Chinese Super League club Yunnan Yukun. Besides Spain, he has played in the United States.

Born in La Palma del Condado, Huelva, Andalusia, Martínez finished his formation with AD Nervión. In 2012 he moved to AD Cerro del Águila, making his senior debut during the campaign, in the regional leagues.

In July 2013, Martínez joined Tercera División side CD Alcalá. On 24 January of the following year, after being an undisputed starter, he signed for Sevilla FC and was initially assigned to the reserves in Segunda División B.

On 27 June 2016, after achieving promotion to Segunda División, Martínez agreed to a contract with another reserve team, FC Barcelona B also in the third division. A first-choice, he contributed with 34 appearances and one goal as his side returned to the second division after a two-year absence.

Martínez made his professional debut on 19 August 2017, starting in a 2–1 away win against Real Valladolid. The following 1 July, he signed a three-year contract with La Liga side SD Eibar, but was loaned to Granada CF in the second division late in the month.