Inter Milan Suffer Major Injury Blow During Barcelona Clash – Argentina Superstar Out At Halftime With Thigh Problem
Lautaro Martinez had to come off at halftime during Inter Milan's 3-3 draw at Barcelona in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final tie.
According to FCInterNews, El Toro will undergo further checks in the coming hours to understand the extent of the problem.
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Simone Inzaghi's side cannot catch a break this season.
Indeed, the Italian manager has just welcomed Denzel Dumfries and Marcus Thuram back from injuries.
Both players were decisive tonight, with the Dutch star notching his first Champions League brace.
Inter Milan Captain Lautaro Martinez Picks Up Thigh Injury vs Barcelona
MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 12: Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale looks on during the warm up prior to the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Cagliari at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on April 12, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by)
Lautaro felt discomfort in the flexor muscles of his left thigh toward the end of the first half.
Despite staying on the pitch for a few more minutes, he had to stay in the locker room at the halftime interval.
Meanwhile, Mehdi Taremi, who took his place at the start of the second half, delivered another sub-par showing.
Therefore, Inzaghi will wait for El Toro's test results with bated breath as Inter face an intense season finale.
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