Per reports by journalist Gastón Edul, Lautaro Martínez’s recent injury is causing more concern at Inter than within the Argentina national team setup, as current timelines indicate the striker should be available for the Finalissima against Spain.
The forward picked up the injury during Inter’s 3-1 loss to Bodø/Glimt in the Champions League. While any physical issue months before the World Cup draws attention, early indications suggest the problem is not considered severe.
According to reports, Martínez is dealing with a soleus muscle tear. The expected recovery time is at least 20 days, though the exact timeline will depend on the grade of the injury. From Argentina’s perspective, the outlook remains positive.
Inter manager Cristian Chivu described the injury as “serious,” but the concern is mainly tied to Inter’s immediate schedule, which includes the second leg against Bodø/Glimt, a Coppa Italia clash with Como, and the derby against Milan.
For Argentina, the calendar provides more margin. The Albiceleste’s next major commitment is the Finalissima against Spain on March 27 in Qatar.
If medical tests confirm a standard muscle tear without complications, Martínez would have roughly three weeks to receive medical clearance. After that, he is expected to need between 10 and 14 additional days to regain full match fitness.
That preparation window is currently the focus of Lionel Scaloni’s coaching staff as they monitor the striker’s recovery ahead of the high-profile clash.
