Barcelona prepare €80 million offer for Serie A defender – report | OneFootball

Barcelona are already planning their defensive rebuild ahead of the next transfer window, and in that context, a clear priority has emerged. 

Strengthening the centre-back position is at the top of the agenda, and Inter Milan star Alessandro Bastoni has become the main target.

Now, according to a recent report from Fichajes, Barcelona are preparing an offer worth €80 million to sign the Italian international, as the Catalan club sees him as the ideal piece to anchor their defence for years to come.

Notably, Barcelona have spent months monitoring the defender, studying his performances in across competitions. 

After this long period of scouting, the club now feel ready to make a serious move and test Inter’s resolve with a major bid.

Barcelona are quite serious

Negotiations have reportedly been moving forward discreetly, as Barcelona have tried to keep talks quiet to avoid unnecessary media noise that could increase the final price of the deal. 

In fact, there has already been progress, and the club is said to have reached a verbal agreement in principle with the player’s representatives regarding a possible move.

Bastoni’s current contract with Inter runs until 2028, which means the Italian side is under no pressure to sell. 

Barcelona are interested in Alessandro Bastoni. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images)

However, the player himself is said to be intrigued by the idea of a new challenge, especially in Spain. 

The opportunity to be part of Barcelona’s new project and help rebuild a team that wants to compete for every major trophy is believed to be appealing to him.

There is optimism

Because of this, Barcelona’s board is confident that the defender’s own desire could play a key role in the negotiations. 

Inter are aware that keeping a player who is not fully motivated could create problems, especially if a significant financial offer arrives.

On the pitch, Bastoni has established himself as one of the most reliable defenders in Serie A. 

He is strong in duels, comfortable with the ball at his feet, and a real threat during set pieces. These qualities make him a perfect fit for Barcelona’s style of play.

If everything goes according to plan, Barcelona could soon make one of the most important defensive signings of their new era.