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Former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says Barcelona target Lautaro Martinez is 'one of the best strikers in the world' with 'Chelsea the latest to be linked to Inter Milan star'

Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino insists Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez is 'one of the best strikers in the world'.

The 22-year-old has impressed for Antonio Conte's Inter this season, scoring 16 goals and supplying four assists in 31 matches.

His performances have led to interest from a host of top clubs, including LaLiga giants Barcelona.

Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez has impressed for the Serie A outfit this campaign

And Pochettino, who has been out of work since being sacked by Spurs in November, understands why Martinez is getting so much attention.

'Lautaro Martinez is one of the best strikers in the world,' Pochettino told Radio La Plata.