Former Roma and Italy forward Francesco Totti views Inter Milan talisman Lautaro Martinez as one of the world’s best players.
In an interview with Sky Sport, as reported by FCInterNews, Totti identified the Argentina international as an elite player.
Asked to share his opinion about Inter in the build-up to tonight’s game against Red Star Belgrade, Totti talked about the club with utmost respect.
Not long ago, the aptly named L’Ottavo Re di Roma was one of Inter’s fiercest nemesis on the pitch.
However, Totti was class on the field as he was outside the stadium.
To this day, he’s one of the most highly-rated Italian players.
Therefore, his praise carries additional weight, which speaks volumes about Martinez’s undeniable quality.
Despite a rough start, the Inter superstar remains one of Europe’s most lethal attackers.
Serie A fans witnessed a glimmer of his devastating scoring potential in a 3-2 win against Udinese last weekend.
Though Simone Inzaghi will likely rest him against Red Star, Martinez compelled Totti to talk highly of him in the build-up.
Francesco Totti Puts Inter Milan Skipper Lautaro Martinez Among the World’s Finest
“We are talking about one of the greatest players in the world, who when he has a good ball, he scores; in that role he is decisive,” Totti was adamant.
“He is the captain of the team, a point of reference for everyone, Inter need him.”
Totti also shared his opinion on recent criticism amid Inter’s stuttering start in Serie A.
“The problem is that everyone is used to seeing Inter win every game. When you make a few missteps, it creates discontent and problems in the dressing room.
“But for me, Simone Inzaghi and the club have great prospects, and they will certainly make it to the end.”
Lautaro Martinez will likely start on the bench tonight, with Mehdi Taremi set to make his second Champions League start for Inter.