Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez has once again entered Barcelona’s list of targets, as the Catalan club faces increasing difficulties in its attempts to sign Julian Alvarez during the current transfer window.
According to a report published by Football Italia, citing Spanish sources, Barcelona has begun considering Lautaro as an alternative option if its efforts to sign Alvarez fail, with the Argentine striker still the club’s primary target to strengthen the attack under Hansi Flick.
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These developments come at a time when negotiations with Atletico Madrid appear complicated, after the Spanish club showed a clear reluctance to sell Alvarez to a direct competitor, prompting Barcelona to consider other names in case its main deal falls through.
Lautaro is not a new name on Barcelona’s agenda, as the Argentine forward is highly regarded within the club, particularly by head coach Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco, with his qualities fitting the style of play the coaching staff wants to implement.
The Inter captain is known for his ability to link up between the lines and contribute to building attacks, while also maintaining a strong presence inside the penalty area and possessing a proven ability to score goals. These qualities make him an attractive option for Barcelona if the club fails to reach an agreement for Alvarez.
A Major Obstacle for Barcelona
Despite Lautaro entering the list of options, the path toward signing him appears far more difficult than the initial reports might suggest.
The player is not simply another striker at Inter; he is the team’s captain and one of its most important players. He is also under contract with the Italian club until 2029 and has repeatedly reaffirmed his commitment to Inter’s project.
Lautaro appears to be a name on Barcelona’s list rather than a deal that is close to being completed.
The report indicates that Inter would demand a huge fee to part ways with its captain, a figure Barcelona is believed to have significant difficulty providing, especially given that there are currently no indications that Lautaro himself wants to leave San Siro.
Lautaro’s links with Barcelona are also nothing new, as his name has appeared on several occasions among the Catalan club’s targets without those links turning into genuine negotiations or an official transfer.
Therefore, the current scenario appears clear: Barcelona still has Julian Alvarez at the top of its attacking wishlist, but the complications surrounding the deal have prompted the club to prepare alternatives, with Lautaro Martinez among the most prominent names being considered.
However, a move for Inter’s captain to Barcelona remains a distant possibility at this stage, and there is no indication that advanced negotiations are taking place between the two sides.
