Inter star Martinez to spark summer transfer scramble with Arsenal one of ‘several’ Premier League clubs on red alert
ARSENAL have been put on red alert with Inter Milan reportedly prepared to sell star striker Lautaro Martinez in the summer.
The Gunners were linked with a move to bring the 24-year-old to the Emirates last year with the club prepared to offer him a £275,000-a-week deal.
But the move failed to materialise, with the Argentina international eventually penning a long-term contract at the San Siro until 2026.
However it was reported last week how the North London outfit have reignited their interest in the 2021 Copa America champion.
And now have claimed that the player is facing an uncertain future in Italy.
They state that a number of Premier League teams are interested in Martinez, with Arsenal believed to be one of those clubs.
Arsenal are desperate to bolster their attack as they look to replace Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, while Alexandre Lacazette and Eddie Nketiah are in the final few months of their contracts.
The news outlet also adds that the ex-Racing Club ace is drawing the attention of potential suitors in Spain.
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It is understood that the Serie A giants would be willing to part ways with Martinez should they receive a fee in the region of £67million.
Despite a strong start to the season where Martinez scored 11 top-flight goals in 16 games, he hasn't found the back of the net since December 17.
His run of seven matches without a goal has coincided with the Nerazzurri dropping to second in the table.
Should Martinez depart in the summer, it has been said that Inter could look to sign Manchester City's Gabriel Jesus.
With the Brazilian tied down at the Etihad until 2023, Inter - and rivals AC Milan - are reported to be closely monitoring his situation.
Inter are also known to be keen on securing the services of Sassuolo striker Gianluca Scamacca.
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