Following Inter Milan's exit from the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, Lautaro Martinez's pointed remarks struck a chord with Hakan Calhanoglu. The Turk midfielder swiftly countered, delivering a resolute and incisive response to Martinez's critique.

Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez did not hold back after Monday's 2-0 loss to Fluminense, criticising a lacklustre display as they exited the Club World Cup in the last 16.

Martinez spoke after the defeat by Fluminense and the appearance of midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu in Istanbul amid interest from Galatasaray