Chelsea identify Lautaro Martinez as Haaland alternative, AC Milan sets deadline for Giroud

Chelsea identify Lautaro Martinez as Erling Haaland alternative, AC Milan sets deadline for Olivier Giroud

Lautaro Martinez-Inter Milan

Lautaro Martinez on Chelsea radar

Chelsea are currently scouring the alternatives for the top target Erling Haaland, who is one of the best young strikers in the world at present.

However, the Borussia Dortmund star has been watched by a plethora of Europe’s heavyweights, and it wouldn’t be an easy task for the Blues to sign him.

Having said that, Thomas Tuchel is seeking alternatives and considers Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez as a great fit.

The 23-year-old has been impressive for the Nerazzurri over the last two seasons, forming a lethal partnership with Romelu Lukaku. The Argentine is one of the many players whom Inter could sell this summer to ease their financial crisis.

Martinez is currently making a great impact in the Copa America for Argentina national team, scoring in three consecutive games.

Tuchel has exceeded his expectations in his first season at Stamford Bridge, leading the Blues to Champions League glory. The German is expected to have a well-rounded squad for the next season in order to continue the dominance. Timo Werner’s form has become a concern for the former PSG manager, and he is now considering high-profile strikers to strengthen the attack.

AC Milan set a deadline for Giroud

Italian giants AC Milan wants to wrap up the signing of Olivier Giroud by this weekend so the Frenchman could make himself available for the pre-season.

It was reported earlier the 35-year-old had agreed to a two-year deal to join the Rossoneri.

The Blues had triggered the clause to extend his stay for one more season, but the former Arsenal man looks keen on leaving Stamford Bridge this summer.