Inter Milan sporting director responds to Barcelona’s interest in Bastoni
Inter Milan sporting director responds to Barcelona’s interest in Bastoni Barcelona’s growing interest in Alessandro Bastoni has not gone unnoticed at Inter Milan, and the response from the Italian side has come from the upper echelon. Fresh from securing the Serie A title, Inter are already shifting focus towards the next season. During the title celebrations, sporting director Piero Ausilio addressed several topics related to the club’s future, including ongoing transfer rumours.
Update on Bastoni’s transfer During the talk, one of the main talking points was Bastoni, who has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona in recent weeks. When asked about the defender’s future amid interest from the Spanish giants, he responded, “Bastoni? We haven’t received any offers regarding Bastoni.
“He’s a valuable player for Inter and for Italy, a strong player, an incredible footballer, and we want to keep him. ” Inter Milan do not want to sell Bastoni. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) The message from the Inter sporting director is clear that Bastoni is seen as a key part of the team’s present and future.
Inter playing hardball As for Barcelona, their admiration for the Italian centre-back is well known. The club view him as an ideal fit for their style, but Inter’s position suggests that any potential deal will be far from straightforward. As reported before, the Catalan side is aware that the Serie A champions are expected to demand at least €60 million , a figure they currently view as too high.
As a result, Barça have been exploring alternatives, including the possibility of structuring a swap deal to bring the cost down. Inter, on the other hand, are in a position of strength, as Bastoni remains under contract until 2028, and the club is even considering extending that deal. With full control over his rights and no immediate need to sell, they are prepared to play hardball in any discussions.