Gianluca Di Marzio believes that Lautaro Martinez tying himself to Inter Milan for the future is a good sign for Italian football.

The Sky Sport Italia transfer market expert gave his thoughts on the Argentine’s prospective contract extension with the Nerazzurri on air, via FCInterNews.

Martinez is a player whose future has been under the spotlight in recent weeks.

But not because there is uncertainty or speculation regarding the Argentine. Quite the contrary.

By all accounts, Martinez will likely soon sign an extension to his contract with Inter.

The 26-year-old’s current deal runs out at the end of June 2026. But he should soon put pen to paper on a new contract that will expire at the end of June 2028.

This is a clear sign that Martinez has a key place in Inter’s plans for the future.

The Argentine became Inter’s captain during the summer. He inherited the armband from Samir Handanovic.

And the player himself has not hidden his intentions.

Martinez has made clear that he expects to sign a new contract with Inter in the very near future.

Di Marzio: Lautaro Martinez Tying Himself To Inter A Good Sign For Italian Football

It is not as though Martinez wouldn’t have suitors if he decided to leave Inter.

The likes of Arsenal, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur have all targeted the Inter striker in the past couple transfer windows.

Barcelona and Manchester City have also chased Martinez during his time at the Nerazzurri.

And the Nerazzurri could certainly have motivation to sell their captain.

Inter’s financial problems, and those of Italian football as a whole, are no secret. This has led to a sense of inevitability that Serie A’s best players will eventually end up at Europe’s biggest, richest clubs.

But seemingly not Martinez.

“Lautaro isn’t pushing to leave,” Di Marzio said.

“He wants to tie himself to the Nerazzurri,” the Sky transfer expert noted. “And there will be a contract extension for him, including an increase in wages.”

“That’s good for Serie A and Italian football as a whole if top players are happy here.”

“Inter should consider it a great sign of respect,” Di Marzio argued.