# Inter Milan transfer rumors: Lautaro Martínez > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/inter-milan-lautaro-martnez-transfer-rumors > Updated: 2026-08-23T14:09:49.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 4. Speculation regarding the transfer of Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martínez to FC Barcelona has intensified, though club leadership remains firm in their stance. Inter Milan president Beppe Marotta has explicitly stated that Martínez is not for sale, emphasizing that the Argentine is central to the club’s history and that there are no conditions under which he would leave. Martínez is currently under contract with the Italian club until July 2029 and holds the position of the third-highest goalscorer in the club’s history. Coach Cristian Chivu has expressed frustration regarding the ongoing rumors, stating he is tired of discussing the transfer market following a 4-1 victory against Monza. Chivu has previously characterized the market as ‘bastard’ while maintaining that Martínez is essential to the team’s objectives. In addition to the captaincy situation, Inter Milan is monitoring the status of striker Ange-Yoan Bonny. The club has reportedly set a minimum valuation of 40 million euros for Bonny, with interest from Fiorentina and various foreign clubs. Marotta indicated that if Bonny is sold, the club may reinvest those funds into high-profile targets, such as Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli, to maintain a competitive edge through signings that meet specific technical standards. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-23: Cristian Chivu dismisses Lautaro Martínez transfer rumors Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu and President Beppe Marotta have dismissed rumors of Lautaro Martínez joining FC Barcelona, stating the captain is not for sale. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cristian-chivu-dismisses-lautaro-martnez-transfer-rumors ### 2026-08-21: Inter Milan president Marotta confirms Lautaro Martínez will stay Inter Milan president Beppe Marotta confirmed Lautaro Martínez will stay at the club and discussed potential moves for Ange-Yoan Bonny to fund high-profile new signings. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/inter-milan-president-marotta-confirms-lautaro-martnez-will-stay ### 2026-08-20: Inter Milan rejects Barcelona interest in Lautaro Martínez Inter Milan has rejected interest from FC Barcelona for captain Lautaro Martínez, maintaining that the striker is not for sale despite ongoing transfer rumors. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/inter-milan-rejects-lautaro-martnez-transfer-rumors-to-barcelona ### 2026-08-18: Italian football transfer news: Lautaro Martínez, Ronaldinho, and Mauro Icardi updates Major Italian football news includes a reported €100 million bid from Barcelona for Inter's Lautaro Martínez, Ronaldinho's surprise signing with Ravenna FC, and Lazio's stalled negotiations for Mauro Icardi. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-football-transfer-news-lautaro-martnez-ronaldinho-and-mauro-icardi-updates --- Cite as: Inter Milan transfer rumors: Lautaro Martínez. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/inter-milan-lautaro-martnez-transfer-rumors