Lautaro Martinez is an Argentine professional soccer star who plays the position of an attacker for Seria A’s Inter Milan and the Argentina national team. His journey into football started in his home country, where he launched his senior club football career with Racing Club in 2015.
He stayed with the club for 4 good seasons; representing them in the league and Copa Libertadores, netting 27 times in 60 appearances. He moved to Italy in 2018, joining Inter Milan, and recently helped the club to a Seria A title after 11 years of trophy drought.
Internationally, he has represented his native country at various youth levels and competitions such as the 2017 Under-20 South American Youth Football Championship. And the 2017 FIFA Under-20 World Cup in India.
He was called upon in 2018 to make an appearance for the senior national team. And he helped the senior side to a 3rd place finish at the 2019 Copa America in Brazil.
Biography Of Lautaro Martinez
He was Lautaro Javier Martinez on 22nd August 1997 in Bahia Blanca, Argentina by his parents Mario Martinez and Karina Vanesa Gutiérrez. He was raised as the 2nd child of his parents’ 3 children. And grew up alongside his elder brother Alan and his younger brother Jano.
Lautaro is currently 27 years old, and considered as the future of the Argentina national team after Messi, started playing as a central defender. He has now established himself as a formidable striker in both club and country.
Meet His Family
Lautaro’s father Mario Martinez also played football in the past. And was nicknamed by his contemporaries as ‘Pelusa’. His active days in the sport were around the early 70s.
A few years later, he played in the Argentine nation B. However, his career failed because of poor finances and amateur football.
His Mother Karina Vanesa Gutiérrez is the type of mother who expresses her happiness about her son’s success with tears. Whenever he helped his team to win games, he calls his mother first, and she always answers with tears.
Not much is known about his elder brother Alan. But his younger brother Jano is also building his career in sports. He is a promising basketball talent who at a young age is already breaking records in Argentina.
Lautaro Martinez’ Career In Brief
He started playing football in his native town of Bahía Blanca for the local side Liniers and played amazingly at the under-17 level. His 13 goals in the league drew the attention of Racing Club’s interim Coach Fabio Radaelli who signed the player in 2014.
Lautaro spent 4 years in the club. And within those years, interested clubs in Europe like Real Madrid, and Atlético Madrid did all they can to sign him, but it didn’t work out.
In July 2018, Inter Milan landed the striker for a 5 years contract at a reported fee of €22.7 million. He currently wears the number 10 jersey for the club; playing as a center forward alongside Romelu Lukaku.
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How He Makes And Spends His Money
The Player who joined the club in 2018 earns a good amount of money as salary. Currently, he earns a weekly salary of £81,000 and £4.2 million annually. As for his net worth, different sides have given different variations, however, he loves to spend his money in buying luxurious cars and leaving lavishly.
Currently, his value in the transfer market is €80 million. Recently, there were speculations regarding his future with Inter.
7. Intriguing Facts About Lautaro Martinez
1. Boca Juniors Rejected Him At 15
The club was the first to notice the talents of the young promising player. They scouted him out and gave him an invitation for a trial. Unfortunately, the club rejected him. According to the player, the club said he lacks power and speed.
And so, he is no good playing for the club.
2. Sol Perez Refused To Follow Him To Italy
Before his move to Italy to play for Inter, he was dating Sol Perez in Argentina. His move to Italy made things sour between them. It was alleged that she didn’t want to leave for Italy when he was signed by Inter.
And that made the relationship end.
3. Lautaro Found Love Again In Agustina Gandolfo
After the disappointment with Sol Perez, the player wasted no time falling back into love again. He met Agustina Gandolfo, a model who could travel the world with him and for him.
What started as a friendship led to a romantic relationship. The two now have a child. We soon hope to hear the wedding bells ringing.
4. He Is Alleged To Be A Catholic
Since his hometown of Bahia Blanca is inhabited by Christians, mostly Catholics, it is alleged that the footballer could be one. However, there is also a minute number of protestant churches and a synagogue there.
5. Lautaro Martinez Was Born 9 Days Before The Dead Of Princess Diana
He was born on 22nd August 1997, and Princess Diana died in a car accident on 31st August 1997. It means she died 9 days after his mother gave birth to him.
6. His Tattoos Are More Of Stories
He loves tattoos so much, that he always visits tattoo shops to have them. The tattoos reflect his roots and history.
7. How Tall Is He?
The attacker’s height and bodyweight allow him to play fluently. He is 5 feet 9 inches (1.74m) tall and weighs 79kg.
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