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Scaloni confirms Argentina interest in Sevilla left back Oso
Joaquín "Oso" Martínez has drawn interest from Argentina thanks to strong displays for Sevilla; coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed the national team are monitoring him and a call-up could boost his market value.
Mar 30th 2026 · Argentina
Insights
- Joaquín Martínez, nicknamed Oso, was born in Torrevieja and is eligible for Argentina because both his parents are Argentine and emigrated in 2001.
- Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said the national team have watched Oso and are following his performances ahead of the friendly with Zambia.
- Oso has not played for Spain or Argentina at youth or senior level and remains eligible for either country.
- He is under contract with Sevilla until June 2027 and has not signed an extension.
- Transfermarkt lists his market value around €5 million and an Argentina call-up could raise his value and prompt Sevilla to consider selling for financial reasons.
Sources
- Scaloni lo confirma: quiere ‘robarle’ el sevillista Oso a España as.com
- Scaloni lo confirma: «Oso es seleccionable por Argentina, lo está haciendo bien» www.abc.es
- Scaloni confirma el interés de Argentina en Oso, que podría revalorizarse en el mercado www.diariodesevilla.es
- Lionel Scaloni: “Le doy mi voto de confianza al equipo” www.mundodeportivo.com