Alessandro Bastoni already knows potential Barcelona salary – Italian journalist claims | OneFootball

It is no secret that FC Barcelona have recently been linked with Italian defender Alessandro Bastoni. Currently playing for Serie A side Inter, the 26-year-old continues to be regarded as one of the top players in his position in world football.

For that reason, coupled with the fact that La Blaugrana appear to need defensive reinforcements, Bastoni is a strong option and a prime target. Moreover, Gianluigi Longari (h/t Mundo Deportivo) has reported that the player’s camp is aware of the salary that Barcelona could potentially offer him.

According to Longari, the Catalan giants would be willing to offer a salary exceeding the €7 million mark. Reportedly, that is the figure Inter would propose in a hypothetical renewal, but the Spanish club is prepared to surpass it.

If this is true, it shows clear intent and desire from Barça to acquire Bastoni’s services. A left-sided centre-back, his profile suits the kind of player that the La Liga champions are hoping to bring in. However, he will undoubtedly be an expensive purchase.

In fact, the same report highlights claims that Inter could demand around €70-80 million for the player. While this is undeniably a significant amount, a player of his quality is not easy to acquire either.

At the same time, the Italian club has reportedly begun monitoring alternatives such as Oumar Solet, hinting at contingency planning in case of a departure.

There have also been subtle references from within the Barcelona dressing room, with Pau Cubarsi acknowledging a professional connection with Alessandro Bastoni while insisting that the current defensive unit remains strong.

All things considered, Barcelona’s pursuit of Bastoni appears to be gathering pace, but financial constraints and Inter’s valuation mean that securing his signature will be anything but easy.