Inter Milan center-forward Lautaro Martinez is reportedly on the verge of recovering from a niggling calf problem.
According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the highly anticipated clash between Argentina and Spain has been cancelled.
UEFA and CONMEBOL confirmed they couldn’t secure an alternative venue in Qatar, forcing the cancellation of the Finalissima between Argentina and Spain.
Therefore, Lautaro Martinez will not feature for his country in what was set to be a high-profile clash.
Meanwhile, El Toro could make his long-awaited return from injury this weekend.
Indeed, Cristian Chivu might have the 28-year-old at his disposal for Sunday’s trip to Tuscany to face Fiorentina.
How Finalissima Cancellation Affects Inter Milan Talisman Lautaro Martinez
Lautaro was desperate to play for Argentina against the Spaniards.
Indeed, he was even ready to postpone his return to action to ensure he could feature in this marquee clash.
That probably best illustrates how much the match meant to him
However, with the Finalissima now out of the picture, there’s no reason for El Toro not to feature against Fiorentina.
Still, the Argentine star is lacking match fitness and should start from the bench.
Nevertheless, his recovery comes as a massive boost for Inter, who have won just one of their four matches in his absence.