Inter captain Lautaro Martinez reflected on receiving the AIC award for Best Striker and used the moment to praise teammate Marcus Thuram, while also thanking Diego Milito for the influence he continues to have on his career.
The Argentine spoke to the Assocalciatori on their official social channels after collecting the prize earlier this week, with quotes via FCInter1908.
Lautaro explained why this particular award carries special significance, stressing that recognition from fellow professionals is different from any other honour.
“Why is this award important? Because the players vote for it. It’s a great feeling. We’re always opponents and everyone defends their own team, but being voted for by colleagues is always a pleasure. And I’m here for the second year in a row,” he said.
Inter Captain Lautaro Praises Teammate Thuram & Legend Milito
The captain then turned to the other standout forwards in the league, singling out his Inter strike partner.
“There are certainly many players who had a great season. I think Marcus deserved it too, maybe instead of me,” he joked, before adding that Serie A is full of attacking talent clubs must “hold onto”.
Looking at the current campaign, Lautaro highlighted the competitiveness of Serie A. “Italian football is always difficult. Teams know each other more every year… the table is strange right now with four or five teams within a point,” he said, calling it a season that will demand concentration until the final matchday.
Finally, he acknowledged the continued support of a club legend.
“Diego Milito, definitely. When I arrived at Racing he adopted me. He gave me advice and support. He still does today, we speak sometimes and I always send him a big hug,” Lautaro added.
It was a reminder of the relationships that shaped Inter’s captain, and the ones still driving him today.
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