During the Italian football gala, Lautaro addressed previous transfer rumors, confirming that Barcelona had indeed shown substantial interest in him.

Lautaro stated: "The Barcelona rumors were true, but in the end, I decided to stay here with my teammates and fans."

These words clarified Lautaro's ultimate decision.

Faced with an approach from Spain and the opportunity to join a top European club like Barcelona, the Inter captain ultimately prioritized the bond he had built with his teammates and Inter fans.

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