“What happens after June will be a decision made by all parties who want the best for me, but I will have the final say.” These are the words of Racing Club striker Lautaro Martinez to Ole, clarifying his position on the upcoming negotiations that will see him take the final steps to becoming an Inter player.
There were doubts regarding the timing of the deal raised yesterday by Victor Blance, the President of the Argentinian side, who suggested that there was a possibility that the player would remain in Argentina to continue to participate in the Copa Libertadores. This idea was shut down immediately by Carlos Yaque, a representative of the player, who described this hypothesis as “99% impossible.” It appeared as if the decision rests entirely in the hands of the Nerazzurri, although this latest quote suggests that the Bahia Blanca native intends to make his own decision about his destiny.
According to the Argentine paper, the request of the Racing president was not immediately rejected by the Nerazzurri. In fact, unlike other occasions, the club have chosen not to respond to the request at all as yet.
Amidst all the confusion, one thing for certain is Lautaro’s dream to with the Copa Libertadores with his beloved Racing Club. This has come closer to reality as the side are almost certain to qualify for the Round of 16, thanks in no small part to his goals. Pressure is being applied by both executives and players from Racing to convince the striker to remain with the club for another six months. Further encouragement will no doubt come from the fans during upcoming matches against Arsenal and Colón. Everyone involved in the club is desperate to keep the player in South America.