Inter Milan striker beats Lionel Messi to become Argentina's most valuable player

• Paris Saint-Germain forward Lionel Messi has been dethroned as Argentina's most valuable footballer
• That crown now belongs to Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez who is believed to be worth €75 million
• Messi, who is valued at €50 million, is placed second on the charts ahead of Cristian Romero of Tottenham Hotspur

Paris-Saint Germain superstar Lionel Messi is no longer Argentina's most valuable player.

For the longest time, that honour has belonged to the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner - all thanks to his longevity, consistency, and talent.

However, as the Barcelona icon enters the sunset years of his football career, the time has come for him to pass over the baton.

According to Sportskeeda, Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez is now Argentina's most valuable player in terms of the transfer value.

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Martinez is believed to be worth an eyewatering €75 million to hold the title of South American country's most valuable player.

On his part, Messi, according to Bolavip, is valued at €50 million to rank second on the charts.

Tottenham Hotspur's Cristian Romero is third on the list with a value of €48 million, ranking ahead of Atletico Madrid star Rodrigo de Paul and former Juventus star Paulo Dybala who completes the top five podium.

Lauro Martinez's rise to prominence

Martinez shot to fame after he moved to Inter Milan in 2018 for a fee of €22.7 million from Argentine side, Racing Club.

The 24-year-old has since enjoyed a significant rise to prominence to cement his place as one of the most sought strikers in the world.

The Nerazzurri superstar has scored 74 goals and registered 24 assists in 179 matches since joining the Italian giants.

During the period, the Argentina international has helped Inter win three trophies, including the Serie A and the Coppa Italia titles.

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Messi beats Ronaldo to top list of most valuable players over the age of 34

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi is currently the most valuable footballer aged over 34 years.

The seven-time Ballon d'Or winner is currently valued at a whopping £45million.

Messi beat a host of footballers to the lucrative spot, including rival Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema.

Other players who featured in the list include Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric, Angel Di Maria, and Manuel Neuer.