Sport Local May 05, 2025

Inzaghi Discusses Lautaro Martinez's Condition Ahead of Barcelona Match

Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi revealed that Lautaro Martinez has not trained since the first leg against Barcelona. The team will decide his and Benjamin Pavard's participation after consulting medical staff.


Inzaghi Discusses Lautaro Martinez's Condition Ahead of Barcelona Match

Marcone: Martinez may miss the match against Barcelona

Inter's head coach Simeone Inzaghi shared information about the potential participation of Argentine footballer Lautaro Martinez in the match against Barcelona in the second leg of the Champions League. In the press conference, he stated that Martinez did not train with the team since the first match against Barcelona, and a final decision on his participation will be made after consulting with the medical staff.

"We will decide whether Martinez and Benjamin Pavard will participate in the game after discussions with the medical personnel; we have not yet determined the starting lineup," said Inzaghi. Martinez suffered an injury in the first match against Barcelona and was substituted for Mehdi Taremi. Medical examinations showed that Martinez has a strain of the left thigh muscle.

He also added: "We need to sign a strong and reliable goalkeeper; we need a full concentration, we have a great desire and confidence in ourselves before the match with 'Barcelona'." Inzaghi also mentioned the first match, which ended with a score of 3-3, and said: "We made mistakes in the first game, which led to us conceding 3 goals; we need to focus on the positioning of Lionel Messi, without forgetting about other 'Barcelona' players."