LAUTARO MARTINEZ NEWS

Finds target versus Sampdoria Martinez took two shots (one on target), drew one foul, won two duels and scored a goal in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Sampdoria.

Impact Martinez had a relatively quiet game, but he hit the net with a lovely volley from inside the box, give his team the second lead of the game. He has tallied two goals and seven shots in the first two appearances. Inter will host Real Madrid in Champions League Wednesday and then Bologna Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Argentina cruises with Messi; Brazil and Uruguay also win

A hat trick by Lionel Messi led Argentina to a 3-0 win over Bolivia at home in a South American World Cup qualifier to leave the side second on the table

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Messi record: he's top South American international scorer

Argentine star Lionel Messi has overtaken Pele as the top international goal scorer in South American soccer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores against Verona Martinez (hip) took five shots (two on target), drew three fouls, had three interceptions and scored a goal in Friday's 3-1 win over Verona.

Impact Martinez managed to start despite a minor hip problem, decisively paced his team in shots and tied the game in the second half with a little header from point-blank range. His numbers figure to improve with Romelu Lukaku no longer in town. Inter will face Sampdoria away after the break.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Verona Martinez (hip) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Verona.

Impact Martinez missed the opener through suspension while also dealing with a hip issue, but he's back in his usual role Friday. He totaled 17 goals and six assists last season, and will try to hit those numbers again with Edin Dzeko in the place of Romelu Lukaku.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available against Verona Martinez (hip) is on track to be at his coach's disposal for Friday's match versus Verona, but he might come off the bench, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Martinez missed the opener due to a suspension, but he was also dealing with a hip muscular problem. He has practiced enough to be available during the week, but he is not 100 percent yet. Stefano Sensi might get another opportunity to start, unless the coach fields newcomer Joaquin Correa right away.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eligibile to face Verona Martinez cleared his one-game suspension in the opener, but he is also dealing with a hip issue.

Impact Martinez will be eligible to play Friday against Verona on the road, however he will have to be assessed because of a muscular issue. If he could not go, Stefano Sensi would probably get another start next to Edin Dzeko up front.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tottenham target Lautaro rejected big offers in order to stay at Inter, Moratta confirms ' Goal.com Inter chief executive Giuseppe Marotta has confirmed Lautaro Martinez has rejected offers from other clubs and wants to stay at the Serie A champions.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Martinez Will Do 'Everything Possible' To Stay At Inter Says Agent Lautaro Martinez's agent insists the forward is intent on staying at Inter, despite talks of a move away to Tottenham.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • BEINSPORTS.COM

'He believes in Inter' - Agent says Spurs-linked Lautaro wants to stay ' Goal.com Lautaro Martinez's agent says the striker is happy to stay at Inter amid links to Tottenham while adding that the Argentine will need to adjust to the "new situation" at the club.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Suffers hip problem Martinez pulled the psoas major muscle in his hip and is targeting the second round for his return, as he is suspended for opening match against Genoa, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Martinez has about three weeks to shake off the ailment and the early reports are optimistic. Inter currently have only Andrea Pinamonti and Martin Satriano up front, but they will likely bring in one or two more strikers before next Saturday's game against Genoa.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal looking into move for Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez A move has previously been considered unrealistic but The Athletic understands Arsenal have long held Lautaro in high regard

JULY 31, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Lautaro Martinez: I spoke to a psychologist to improve my discipline ' Goal.com Inter star Lautaro Martinez has admitted that he has consulted a psychologist in a bid to improve his disciplinary record.

JULY 25, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Brazil vs Argentina final, more than just Neymar vs Messi

The Copa America final will be more than Lionel Messi's Argentina against Neymar's Brazil

JULY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Argentina advances on penalties to Copa final against Brazil

Lionel Messi's Argentina advanced to the Copa America final against Brazil after a 3-2 win in a tense penalty shootout against Colombia

JULY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Uruguay wins and puts Chile in Brazil's way at Copa America

Uruguay has beaten Paraguay 1-0 to finish second in Group A and move into a Copa America quarterfinal against Colombia

JUNE 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores and assists versus Udinese Martinez took four shots (two on target), created two chances, drew three fouls, scored a goal and picked up an assist in Sunday's 5-1 win over Udinese.

Impact Martinez led the charge in the season finale, teeing up Ashley Young in the box on the opening goal and nailing a PK in the second half. He picked up his fifth yellow card, therefore he will be suspended for next season's opener. He closes his campaign with 17 goals, six assists and 38 chances created in 38 appearances (30 starts).

MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Feisty in Juventus clash Martinez took one off-target shot, created one scoring chance, drew four fouls and won six duels in Saturday's 2-3 loss to Juventus.

Impact Martinez did not have a great output in the key stats, but he had a very energetic display, often challenging the opposing defenders with his physicality and drawing a PK. He has scored just once in the last eight matches, where he has logged 18 shots and three created chances. Inter will host Udinese next Sunday.

MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Juve beats Inter to keep alive CL bid, Atalanta qualifies

Juventus kept alive its Champions League qualification hopes by winning at Serie A champion Inter Milan 3-2

MAY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lautaro Martinez's Renewal At Inter On Standby Says Agent The agent of Lautaro Martinez is waiting to learn the extent of Inter's financial worries before trying to get him a new contract.

MAY 13, 2021 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Silent against Roma Martinez took one off-target shot, drew two fouls, won two duels and was dispossessed once in 41 minutes in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Roma.

Impact Martinez came in early for Alexis Sanchez but was still replaced late and had a little tiff with the coach. He did not have an impact on the game. He has posted one goal, 17 shots and two created chances in the last seven matches. Inter will face Juventus away Saturday.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Substitutes put Inter Milan on brink of Serie A title

Inter Milan won at Crotone 2-0 to move within striking distance of clinching the Serie A

MAY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Winning ugly is the hallmark of Conte's coaching success

Antonio Conte is a master at winning ugly

APRIL 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS