Man City offer forward in return for Inter Milan star; told to pay €60-70m instead

Manchester City reportedly offered one of their forwards as part of a swap deal to sign Lautaro Martinez, but Inter Milan have told them to pay between €60-70million (£51-59m).

Martinez joined Inter in July 2018 and has been a regular goalscorer ever since. His best campaign came two seasons ago, when he bagged 21 goals in 49 matches in all competitions.

The striker also found the net 17 times last season as Inter ended their wait for a Serie A title. Under Antonio Conte’s guidance, they finished in top spot with 91 points.

Martinez is once again causing defenders in Italy all sorts of problems this campaign. His record stands at 11 strikes in 21 league matches so far.

The Argentina international recently penned a new Inter contract which lasts until 2026. But rumours of a Premier League switch continue to swirl.

City have signed Julian Alvarez from River Plate to become Sergio Aguero’s successor at the Etihad. But the 22-year-old may not feature in a City shirt until next January as he is back on loan at River Plate.

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For an immediate striker solution, Pep Guardiola’s side are reportedly looking into the possibility of landing Martinez.

Sport Witness, who cite reports in Italy, claim Inter may have to sell the player this summer and City are preparing to pounce. That is because Guardiola is a ‘great