Chelsea prepares 100 million for Lautaro Martínez!

The Blue team wants the Argentine to enhance their offensive rotation for the upcoming season. 

Javier Parra Peña | 11 Sep 2024 | 20.30
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Chelsea prepares €100 million bid for Lautaro Martínez!
Chelsea prepares €100 million bid for Lautaro Martínez!

The Chelsea continues to look to strengthen its attack and has set its sights on a heavyweight name: Lautaro Martínez. The Argentine forward, current captain of Inter Milan, is one of the priorities for the London club in the summer transfer market of 2025. Although the deal would not be finalized before that date, the English club's board is already willing to spend close to 100 million euros, the amount at which Inter has valued the player. This move reflects Chelsea's need to secure a world-class scorer, having failed in other opportunities.

Since his arrival at Inter in 2018, Lautaro Martínez has shown remarkable growth. Coming from Racing Club, the forward has solidified his position in the elite of European football and has proven to be essential for the "nerazzurri." Not only has he led Inter's attack, but his appointment as captain in the 2023/24 season confirms his influence both on and off the field. Despite not scoring in the early matches of the current campaign, Martinez's importance to the team is unquestionable, especially after significantly contributing to the Serie A title last season.

Chelsea is looking for a center-forward

Chelsea's interest in Martinez is not coincidental. Over the past few months, the club has been persistently seeking a reliable forward to lead its sports project. The failed attempt to sign Victor Osimhen in the last summer transfer window left the team without its main target, and although Marc Guiu joined as a young prospect, and Nicolas Jackson continues to be the starting forward, Chelsea knows it needs a more experienced attacker with greater potential to aim for titles in the upcoming years.

Signing Lautaro would be a significant but justified risk considering the Argentine's performance both at his club and in the national team. His technical abilities, goal-scoring prowess, and leadership make him a sought-after piece for any top-level team. However, closing the deal won't be easy. Inter Milan has made it clear that their captain will not depart for less than 100 million euros, a high price but in line with the current market and the expectations of a player of his caliber.

The upcoming summer looks to be a crucial period in Chelsea's planning, and the addition of Lautaro Martinez could be the game-changer the club needs to compete again at the top of European football.

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