Beppe Marotta discusses Inter Scudetto aspirations and Lautaro Martinez transfer status

Inter President Beppe Marotta confirmed that the club rejected an approach from Barcelona for captain Lautaro Martinez during the recent transfer window. Marotta stated that Martinez remains central to the team’s current and future plans as they look to defend their domestic title. Speaking ahead of today's Serie A action at the San Siro, Marotta identified Napoli, Roma, Juventus, and Como as significant contenders for the Scudetto. The club faces a period of transition following the departure of director Piero Ausilio after two decades of involvement. Inter continues preparation for an upcoming Champions League fixture against Real Madrid, with Hakan Calhanoglu currently rested for that match.

• 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Marotta: ‘Inter have many Scudetto contenders, Barcelona wanted Lautaro Martinez’