According to Marca, Barcelona are on danger of missing out on the signing of Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martinez with Liverpool also among the suitors.
The Argentine striker has been heavily linked with a move to Barca.
Marca claim Martinez had his heart set on a move to the Nou Camp to join up with Lionel Messi.
But delays have put a potential deal at risk. The Covid-19 suspension has impacted finances across football, and Barca aren’t impervious from the situation.
The Catalans have spent big sums in recent years and their wage bill has grown.
They are looking to raise the cash to sign Martinez via player sales. However, they have struggled, while Inter aren’t keen on Barca’s proposals to soften a deal by adding fringe players.
Now, interest from fellow top clubs in Martinez has grown despite his £99 million release clause.
Marca say Real Madrid and Manchester United are keen, while Premier League leaders Liverpool have emerged as another potential destination after missing out on Timo Werner.
The Reds were heavily linked with a move for the German international. But, the latest from Sky Sports suggests the striker is heading to Chelsea for £50 million.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is seemingly in the market for another forward option.
Martinez, who has 16 goals in 26 Serie A and Champions League starts for Inter this season, would be a superb addition for the Reds due to his age and potential.
At 22, Martinez, likened to Sergio Aguero, has his whole career ahead of him. Energetic, strong and with an eye for goal, he could offer a different option to Roberto Firmino.
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