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Barcelona-linked Martinez only focused on Inter following Messi praise - Conte

Inter boss Antonio Conte is not concerned about Lautaro Martinez's head being turned after the striker was lauded by Barcelona star Lionel Messi.

Martinez has been strongly linked with a move to Camp Nou as a long-term replacement for Luis Suarez and was this week hailed as "spectacular" by compatriot Messi.

The 22-year-old reportedly has a €111 million (£93m/$120m) release clause in his contract and has also been touted as a possible target for Manchester United, Manchester City and Real Madrid.

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Despite the growing interest in Martinez, however, Conte is confident the Argentina international is only focused on helping Inter.