Lautaro Martinez claims he was on verge of Barcelona transfer after talks with Messi but club could not afford him

LAUTARO MARTINEZ has admitted he was close to moving to Barcelona. The Inter Milan striker, 23, held talks with Lionel Messi but the move broke down due to Barca not being able to afford him. Marti…

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