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Barca Eye Bastoni Amidst Defensive Crisis
2 Nov
Summary
- Barcelona targets Inter's Alessandro Bastoni in January.
- Inter demands €70 million for the defender.
- Barca faces defensive issues, deploying a midfielder.
Barcelona is set to intensify their pursuit of Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni as the January transfer window approaches. The club is eager to resolve ongoing defensive issues and has identified Bastoni as a key target.
Despite failing to secure the player last summer, Barcelona is reportedly preparing a new offensive. Discussions with Bastoni's representatives are ongoing, with the club exploring financial avenues to facilitate the transfer.
Inter Milan has set a high valuation for the defender, demanding €70 million. This figure presents a considerable financial challenge for Barcelona, especially given Bastoni's long-term contract with Inter until 2028.
The urgency for Barcelona stems from recent defensive frailties, which have even forced head coach Hansi Flick to utilize midfielder Frenkie de Jong in a makeshift defensive role.
