Inter’s fears have been confirmed: Lautaro Martinez has withdrawn from Argentina’s squad due to a left hamstring injury. Initially, the hope was that he would miss only the match against Uruguay, aiming for a return against Brazil, but medical tests revealed a more serious issue, forcing him to fly back to Italy.
Once at Appiano Gentile, Lautaro will undergo further evaluations by Inter’s medical staff to determine his recovery timeline. This adds another headache for Simone Inzaghi, who is already dealing with Marcus Thuram’s injury, as the French forward was also sent home from international duty due to a lingering ankle issue.
Meanwhile, Inter’s management is shaping its summer transfer strategy under Oaktree’s financial sustainability plan. One target seems to be slipping away: Real Madrid has reportedly decided not to activate their buyback clause for Nico Paz, opting to leave him at Como for another season. As a result, Inter may turn their attention to another Madrid talent struggling for playing time: Arda Güler, who could be sent out on loan to gain more experience.