Barcelona target Alessandro Bastoni as Deco pushes deal with Inter
Barcelona’s interest in the Italian centre‑back
Barcelona are really going all out for Alessandro Bastoni. The Italian defender, born in 1999, has even worn the captain’s armband for Inter this season and is the Catalan club’s top target as they look to overhaul their defence this summer.
Deco’s active role and Milan visits
According to Fabrizio Romano, all the rumours coming out of Spain have been confirmed, including the figures involved, with sporting director Deco playing a key role. Deco has visited Milan several times over the last four to five months to start “laying the groundwork”, both with the player’s entourage and with Inter.
Deco has visited Milan several times over the last four to five months.
Barcelona’s defensive profile and potential departures
Barcelona are on the lookout for a left‑footed centre‑back who is strong in build‑up play and possesses outstanding attacking qualities. Bastoni fits this description and could replace the possible departures of Araujo and Christensen this summer.
Inter’s stance and the €50 million offer
Inter have not responded to the figures on the table. Reports indicate that a €50 million bid would not be enough to prompt a sale, and there is no confirmation that the club is willing to sell their centre‑back for that amount.
- Alessandro Bastoni – born 1999, Inter captain
- Barcelona – targeting a left‑footed centre‑back
- Deco – sporting director, visited Milan multiple times
- Inter’s reported price tag: €50 million – deemed insufficient
