Barcelona ends Lautaro Martínez pursuit after failed discussion with Inter
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 10:25 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Barcelona's efforts to acquire Lautaro Martínez this summer have concluded following a phone call with Inter Milan. President Joan Laporta confirmed that the club attempted to negotiate for the striker but abandoned the pursuit when it was clear that Inter would not permit his departure. Barcelona will now refocus their transfer strategy as the window progresses.
- •Barcelona tries to sign Lautaro Martínez this summer.
- •Discussions with Inter Milan led to the decision to cease pursuit.
- •Joan Laporta confirms the club's efforts and subsequent failure.
- •Barcelona will shift focus to other transfer targets.
- 11:17 AMESPN Soccer — Barça pursuit of Martínez ended over phone call
"Joan Laporta has confirmed Barcelona tried to sign Lautaro Martínez this summer but quickly gave up once it became apparent Inter Milan would not allow the striker to leave.
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