Agüero Picks His Natural Successor in Argentina’s Squad

With Argentina already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, Sergio Agüero weighed in on the current squad and pointed to a player he believes mirrors his own style. According to ESPN, the former Manchester City striker sees Lautaro Martínez as the national team member who most closely resembles his approach to the game.

“Because of how he shields the ball, plays with his back to goal, and contributes to the team’s build-up, I’d say he looks a lot like me,” Agüero said. “I was there before him, so I guess it’s fair to say he resembles me.” He added with a smile, “I watch him often, and honestly, I think he’s a phenomenon.”

While he recently returned to the pitch with Independiente’s senior squad, Agüero remains deeply connected to football through media and analysis. His praise for Lautaro goes beyond flattery—he sees the Inter Milan forward as a worthy successor. For Agüero, Lautaro has fully embraced the role of Argentina’s main striker, blending movement, strength, and selfless play.

Argentina aims to finish the qualifiers on top, and with Lautaro leading the line, backed by former legends like Agüero, the Albiceleste look in safe hands ahead of 2026.