Barcelona shifts focus to Lautaro Martínez after Julián Alvarez stay unresolved

FC Barcelona is reportedly pursuing Lautaro Martínez as their primary target for the closing days of the transfer window. This comes after their attempts to secure Julián Alvarez ended without success, as Atlético de Madrid denied negotiations. Barcelona has held discussions with Martínez’s agents, and while there is mutual interest, no formal offers have been made. The Argentine striker has a strong tenure at Inter, where he serves as captain, and has expressed a desire to finish his career there. Nonetheless, it appears he may be considering a move to Barcelona, although Inter may demand a significant transfer fee or refuse to let him go altogether.

• 5:26 PMYahoo Sports — Lautaro Martínez emerges as Barcelona’s preferred target after Julián Alvarez transfer fizzles out