Inter's Inzaghi affirms Martinez's eagerness for the forthcoming clash against Barca, indicating his readiness.

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Claiming fair play, Inter Milan faces Barcelona in the Champions League semi-final's return leg, eagerly anticipated by football enthusiasts worldwide. With the crackling tension brewing, Inzaghi, the Inter boss, now braces for a hard-fought battle, especially against teenage sensation, Spain's prodigy, Lamine Yamal.

The absence of star striker Martinez, 27, has been a thorn in Inzaghi's side since his forced exit during the first leg involving a hamstring tug, leaving the tie tantalizingly poised at 3-3. Martinez, integral to Inter's remarkable journey to the last four, has notably netted seven goals in the Champions League since the New Year, including both quarter-final encounters against Bayern Munich.

Now, dodging speculative reports on Martinez's participation, Inzaghi remains cagey, assuring a collective decision with the medical team and players regarding his fitness. "Yesterday, Pavard participated in the first part of training and felt fine, so we'll see. Lautaro has been absent from training since the last Barca clash; let's wait and assess his condition," declared Inzaghi.

Inzaghi hinted that Martinez's uncertain status could stall Inter's season unless he's fit enough to start the game. "It's unlikely a player unable to begin the contest would help us in the closing minutes," mused Inzaghi.

Fuelling the anxiety surrounding the contest is the memory of Yamal's relentless display in Catalonia that left Inter's defense in pieces, scoring one beautiful goal and hisheader cannoning off the woodwork. To curb Yamal's influence, Inzaghi expressed, "It's going to be a tough nut to crack, but we have to try and curb his influence. He'll be getting extra attention from us. We'll double-team him, and he'll be under the microscope, but he's a remarkable talent who thinks at a lightning pace."

Lautaro Martinez, despite initial injury concerns, has been declared fit for the upcoming match against Barcelona.
Defender Benjamin Pavard has been ruled out of the contest due to injury.
Martinez's fitness is crucial for Inter, and he'd only play if he could start the game.

Inzaghi has confirmed Lautaro Martinez's participation in the upcoming Champions League semifinal, having recovered from initial injury worries.
Unfortunately, defender Benjamin Pavard will miss the match against Barcelona due to an injury.
Martinez's fitness will be crucial for Inter Milan, and he would only potentially play if he starts the game.
The likelihood of an injured player contributing significantly to Inter in the latter stages of the contest is slim, according to Inzaghi.
To curb the influence of Spain's prodigy, Lamine Yamal, Inter plans to double-team him, focusing intense attention on him, aware of his remarkable talent and rapid thinking abilities.

Inter's Inzaghi affirms Martinez's eagerness for the forthcoming clash against Barca, indicating his readiness.