Ex Inter Milan Defender Adamant “Alessandro Bastoni Doesn’t Want To Leave” Amid Barcelona Rumors | OneFootball

Andrea Ranocchia believes Alessandro Bastoni has no intention of leaving Inter Milan despite Barcelona’s genuine interest in luring him to the Camp Nou.

During his latest interview via FCInterNews, the former Nerazzurri defender delivered his verdict on Bastoni’s uncertain future at San Siro.

Widely regarded as one of the best center-backs in world football, Alessandro Bastoni has been the cornerstone of Inter’s defense for nearly a decade.

However, the 26-year-old has recently fallen out of favor with Serie A fans.

Indeed, he gained notoriety for his antics in February’s Derby d’Italia clash against Juventus.

Furthermore, his international career hit its lowest point last week as he received a straight red card in a ‘make or break’ 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff final.

Meanwhile, runaway La Liga leaders Barcelona are keeping a close eye on the former Atalanta man.

Los Blaugranas have identified Bastoni as their top target ahead of the summer, hoping to capitalize on his uncertain standing to lure him away from San Siro.

Ranocchia Believes Alessandro Bastoni Has No Intention of Leaving Inter Milan

“He has a great personality, and that’s what’s helping him right now, when everything seems to be coming at him,” Ranocchia said. “Chivu really cares about the players on a human level and transmits strength to them.

“A match like this is important for him. I wouldn’t leave Italian football because of this situation, and I don’t think he wants to either. Many others would have crumbled and struggled to even leave the house.

“He lets a lot of things slide, even though the threats have affected his daughter and wife. These are things that have an impact.”

Then, he hailed Nicolo Barella’s massive performance in last night’s 5-2 win over Roma.

“Barella is always told he doesn’t create enough chances, so that goal felt like a release. He’s receiving more criticism than he deserves; he’s a player who has been carrying the team for years.

“He plays almost every game, gives so much, and is emotionally invested.”

Finally, he reiterated Lautaro Martinez’s importance to Cristian Chivu’s setup.

“You feel it: even when he doesn’t score, his marker struggles. He plays a lot for the team and presses. Calhanoglu’s goal? It decided the game. In my opinion, Svilar isn’t hugely at fault, the trajectory changes at the end.”

“It’s no coincidence that Lautaro returns and Inter create so much. It was a necessary win. They can now watch Napoli’s game against AC Milan calmly and enjoy whatever result comes.

“I think the break was very positive for Inter; they had time to rebuild, and the players changed environment. Then they came back as we saw.”