Report – Barcelona Chief Meets Agent Of Inter Milan & Italy Superstar To Discuss Potential Summer Transfer | OneFootball

La Liga giants Barcelona are reportedly intensifying their pursuit of Inter Milan long-serving stalwart Alessandro Bastoni.

According to Spanish outlet Diario Sport via FCInter1908, Barca chief Deco has held a meeting with the defender’s agent to discuss a potential summer transfer.

Formerly linked with a move to Manchester City, Alessandro Bastoni could continue his career at Camp Nou.

Indeed, Los Blaugranas have identified the 26-year-old as a top defensive target heading into the summer transfer window.

Moreover, the Spanish heavyweights have made concrete steps to gauge Bastoni’s interest and assess Inter Milan’s willingness to negotiate a deal.

Barcelona Chief Deco Met Alessandro Bastoni Representative to Discuss Summer Deal

Bastoni has never expressed any interest in leaving Inter.

However, the former Atalanta man has become one of the most unpopular figures in Serie A after his antics in February’s Derby d’Italia.

Indeed, the Italian center-back has antagonized fans all over the country, which could influence his decision-making at the end of the season.

Meanwhile, Inter might consider offloading their defensive cornerstone.

Yet, Barcelona cannot expect to sign Bastoni on favorable terms. Instead, they may have to shell out north of €70 million to get Inter’s go-ahead.

Given the Spaniards’ well-documented financial turmoil, it remains uncertain whether they could afford to meet Inter’s asking price.