Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez sidelined for approximately one month

Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez is facing approximately one month on the sidelines after suffering a left hamstring injury, according to Italian media reports.

The Serie A champions confirmed on Thursday that medical examinations revealed a strain in the 29-year-old forward’s left hamstring. The club has not officially specified his recovery timeline, although reports suggest he will remain unavailable until the next international break.

Martinez is therefore expected to miss several fixtures, including the eagerly anticipated Milan derby scheduled for October 31.

The setback follows a difficult European night for Inter, despite the Argentine scoring twice in Tuesday’s 4-3 Champions League defeat against Club Brugge. Martinez has already netted four times in Serie A this season, helping Inter occupy top spot ahead of Lazio on goal difference. His absence represents a significant challenge for Inter as they seek to maintain their domestic momentum during a demanding period of fixtures.