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Barcelona move for ā¬70m-rated top target conditional on Flickās final decision
TL;DR
Barcelona aims to sign ā¬70m-rated defender Alessandro Bastoni, contingent on coach Hansi Flick's decision. The club seeks a left-footed center-back to replace Inigo Martinez.
Key points
- Barcelona prioritizes signing a new center-back
- The target is ā¬70m-rated Alessandro Bastoni
- The move depends on Hansi Flick's decision
- Barcelona seeks a left-footed defender
- Gerard Martin has performed but is seen as insufficient
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Alessandro BastoniFC BarcelonaInter Milan
Barcelona move for ā¬70m-rated top target conditional on Flickās final decision
FC Barcelona see the signing of a new centre-back as a top priority, with the sporting department looking for a left-footed player, in particular, to fill the void left by Inigo Martinezās summer exit.
Gerard Martin has stepped up and performed in the role this season, but there is a feeling that a player of greater quality is needed to conquer Europe.
That is why the Blaugrana have firmly set their sights on a move for Inter Milan and Italy defender Alessandro Bastoni.
Talks are taking place with the Nerazzurri, with the defender understood to be fully on board with the idea of a summer transfer.
Bastoni deal complicated
However, according to Cadena SER, the operation to sign Bastoni is seen as a complicated one by Barcelona.
The investment required for his signing would be seen as very high for a centre-back, with Inter Milan holding out for a fee of at least ā¬70 million.
Q&A
What is the price tag for Barcelona's target Alessandro Bastoni?
Barcelona's target, Alessandro Bastoni, is rated at ā¬70 million.
Why does Barcelona need a new center-back?
Barcelona needs a new center-back to fill the void left by Inigo Martinez's summer exit.
What condition must be met for Barcelona to pursue Bastoni?
Barcelona's move for Bastoni is conditional on Hansi Flick's final decision.