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Following his retirement, the question recently arose as to who would take over the captaincy and Lionel Messi’s No. 10 shirt in the Argentina national team. While the captaincy issue has now been settled, a favourite to inherit the squad number is also emerging.

Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez took time out during international duty to return to his former side Racing Club ahead of their derby clash. The striker, who was warmly greeted by club president Diego Milito, subsequently spoke about the national team's looming transitional phase as Lionel Messi approaches his final farewell match against Benin.