Inter chief executive Giuseppe ‘Beppe’ Marotta has downplayed the release clause in striker Lautaro Martinez’s current contract with the club.
With the Argentine in good form at the moment, it has been reported in the media that Barcelona and a few other sides are sniffing about but Marotta has admitted Inter are not in a position where they need to sell.
“We are Inter, a great team that does not necessarily have to give up their best players, unless the players want to leave. In his case, the release clause does not matter, what matters is his desire to grow and improve together with his teammates,” he told Italian broadcaster Sport Mediaset.
He was then asked if the club would move for a striker in January but instead spoke on Alexis Sanchez and how he will be like a new signing once he is back from injury.
“Every competition has some unforeseen events, a big team is needed. However, the first purchase in January will be Alexis Sanchez, who will resume working with his teammates. He has proved to be a great player.”
