Inter Milan Defender Wants Barcelona Move, Press Claim ‘He’ll Do Everything He Can To Lower His Price’ | OneFootball

Alessandro Bastoni and his future at Inter Milan is increasingly uncertain, with Barcelona identifying the Italy defender as their primary defensive target and Spanish media claiming the player himself is ready to push for a move to the Camp Nou.

Mundo Deportivo go further than most in their assessment of the situation, via FCInter1908.

“Bastoni is enthusiastic about the idea of joining Barcelona and is willing to facilitate the operation,” the outlet write.

“Bastoni, whose dream is to wear the Blaugrana shirt, is determined to do everything possible to make it happen and, when he receives the definitive green light from Deco and Flick, will push to lower his price.”

However, the picture from the Italian side is more nuanced.

Inter Milan Remain Firm As Bastoni Unlikely To Force Exit Against Club’s Wishes Despite Barcelona ‘Dream’

According to Italian sources, Bastoni will listen to any formal proposal from Barcelona, but he will not go to war with Inter to force a departure.

Indeed, the defender has too much respect for the club that made him to push aggressively against their wishes. He will not create a conflict.

Therefore, everything depends on whether Barcelona meet Inter’s valuation. The Nerazzurri will not sell cheaply and have no financial pressure forcing their hand.

The Spanish press version and the Italian version of events diverge significantly.

The truth likely lies somewhere in the middle, a player genuinely attracted to Barcelona, but one whose exit depends entirely on a fee that satisfies Inter.