Inter Milan’s Argentinian forward Lautaro Martinez celebrates at the end of the Italian Serie A football match between Inter and AC Milan on February 5, 2023 at the San Siro stadium in Milan. (Photo by MIGUEL MEDINA / AFP) (Photo by MIGUEL MEDINA/AFP via Getty Images)
Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez has reportedly indicated interest to play under Mauricio Pochettino at Chelsea.
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Football Insider reports that Martinez is keen on working with his fellow Argentina countryman at Chelsea.
Pochettino is understood to take to the 2022 World Cup winner who boasts a pressing style that aligns with Pochettino’s setup.
The Blues are keen to sign a new striker for Pochettino this summer transfer window after Kai Havertz joined Arsenal, and Romelu Lakaku is keen to leave the Blues on a permanent basis to Inter.
Martinez scored 28 goals and provided 11 assists in 57 games across competitions for Inter Milan last season.
The 25-year-old has three years left on his contract with Inter Milan, and he is valued by Transfermarkt at €85 million.
Source: VANGUARD