Barcelona Identify Juventus Target As Possible Alternative To Inter Milan Defender Bastoni | OneFootball

Barcelona have identified Bournemouth’s Marcos Senesi as a potential fallback option should their pursuit of Inter Milan’s Alessandro Bastoni prove too expensive, with the Argentina defender available on a free transfer this summer.

According to TeamTalk, via L’Interista, the Catalan club’s interest in Bastoni could have indirect consequences for Juventus, who have also been tracking Senesi.

If Barcelona fail to meet Inter’s asking price, understood to be no less than €50 million, they could pivot toward the Bournemouth centre-back, whose contract expires in June.

Free Transfer Appeal Of Bournemouth Star Senesi Makes Him Attractive Alternative To I Bastoni For Barcelona

Senesi’s availability at zero cost makes him a financially compelling alternative.

Barcelona always work within tight wage constraints, and a free transfer allows them to redirect funds toward other priorities.

For Juventus, Barcelona’s potential interest in Senesi adds an unwelcome layer of competition to a pursuit they had been pursuing with some confidence.

Inter, meanwhile, will monitor the situation closely.

The more viable alternatives Barcelona identify, the greater their leverage to push Inter’s price down in any negotiation over Bastoni.

Inter hold firm on their valuation, but knowing the Catalans have a credible Plan B does not strengthen their hand.