Report – Inter Milan Consider Ambitious Summer Bid For Arsenal Defender To Replace Alessandro Bastoni | OneFootball

Inter Milan could reportedly make an audacious summer bid for Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori if they sell Alessandro Bastoni to Barcelona.

According to CaughtOffside via FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri have identified the former Bologna man as a potential replacement for the Italian star.

Alessandro Bastoni seems to be edging closer toward leaving San Siro after almost a decade.

Indeed, after gaining notoriety for his Derby d’Italia antics in February, the 26-year-old made a costly mistake in last night’s FIFA World Cup qualifier.

Referee Clement Turpin sent off the Inter center-back for a reckless tackle on Amar Memic in the first half.

Furthermore, Bosnia & Herzegovina went on to beat Italy on penalties, denying the Azzurri a return to the World Cup for the first time since 2014.

Inter Milan Plan Summer Swoop for Arsenal Defender Riccardo Calafiori

Inter could cash in on out-of-sorts Bastoni, though Barcelona are unlikely to match the Nerazzurri’s €80 million asking price.

However, the player’s current situation could facilitate the transfer.

Therefore, Inter have reportedly set their sights on Calafiori, who left Serie A to join Arsenal in 2024 for nearly €50 million.

Despite failing to lock down a starting berth in North London, Inter cannot expect to sign the 23-year-old on favorable terms.