Barcelona shifts focus to Lautaro Martínez after rejecting Julián Álvarez

FC Barcelona has altered its transfer strategy following Atlético de Madrid's refusal to negotiate for Julián Álvarez. As a result, Lautaro Martínez has become the club's main target, at the request of manager Hansi Flick. Despite potential difficulties in securing a deal with Inter Milan, Barcelona is actively pursuing options to facilitate Martínez's move. The player has expressed a willingness to join the Catalan club, which could expedite negotiations.

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