Alexis Mac Allister Urges Liverpool to Sign Lautaro Martínez Amid Alexander-Arnold Exit

Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has fueled speculation that his Argentina teammate Lautaro Martínez could be heading to Anfield this summer, following Trent Alexander-Arnold’s confirmed departure from the club.

As reported by El Crack Deportivo, Mac Allister has advised the Liverpool board to pursue the Inter Milan captain aggressively once the season concludes. The pair share a close bond, having lifted both the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the 2024 Copa América together, and Mac Allister is eager for a reunion in Merseyside.

“Lautaro is not just a great striker; he’s a leader, a warrior on the field,” Mac Allister told reporters. “I’ve told the club that signing him would elevate us to another level. I’d love to play alongside him here at Anfield.”

Martínez has enjoyed a standout season with Inter, scoring 21 goals across all competitions, including eight in the Champions League — numbers that far outshine the current tallies of Diogo Jota (9 goals) and Darwin Núñez (7 goals).

Despite Martínez’s €100 million valuation posing a financial challenge, Liverpool’s search for a new frontman is already underway. Other names in the mix include Alexander Isak, Jonathan David, and Hugo Ekitike — but Mac Allister’s strong endorsement may give Martínez the edge.

Meanwhile, Liverpool fans are coming to terms with the impending exit of club stalwart Trent Alexander-Arnold. The 26-year-old has rejected a new contract, with Real Madrid reportedly closing in on a deal. If finalized, Alexander-Arnold will follow the path of former Reds icons like Michael Owen, Xabi Alonso, and Steve McManaman in swapping Anfield for the Santiago Bernabéu.

With key departures looming and bold targets emerging, the summer ahead promises to be one of major transformation for Liverpool — and possibly the beginning of a new Argentine era at Anfield.