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Inter Milan has initiated negotiations with Barcelona for top-rated defender Alessandro Bastoni, who is a highly sought-after player ahead of the summer transfer window.
Inter Milan open negotiations with Barcelona for top-rated defensive target
Alessandro Bastoni is set to become one of the most sought-after players in the upcoming summer transfer window, as club across Europe look to get their hands on the Inter Milan defender.
Barcelona, in particular, have been closely linked with a move for the Italian international, even identifying him as the clubâs top target in the defensive department.
For the longest time, Barcelona have struggled to find a breakthrough in the deal to sign Bastoni, with Inter Milan adamant about keeping hold of their star player.
But now, according to Mundo Deportivo, Inter Milan have opened negotiations with Barcelona surrounding the potential sale of Bastoni.
However, this does not necessarily mean anything for the Catalans, as Inter Milan have stated an opening price of âŹ70 million.
Will Bastoni join Barcelona this summer? (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
Such a hefty price-tag effectively rules Barcelona out of the race to sign the Italian international, as the club simply are not in a financial position to do so.
Bastoni, for his part, is ready to join Barcelona as he looks to take the next step in his career. He is even prepared to push for a move to Catalonia.
Alessandro Bastoni is considered a top target for Barcelona due to his impressive defensive skills and potential to strengthen their backline.
Several clubs across Europe are interested in Alessandro Bastoni, making him one of the most sought-after players in the upcoming transfer window.
The negotiation indicates that Bastoni may be on the verge of a significant transfer, potentially impacting his career trajectory and the defensive setup of his future club.

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However, if Barcelona fail to reach an agreement with Inter Milan, the defender will not be left with much options and the club will be forced to find cost-effective alternatives in the market.
Barcelona have already been linked with a move for quite a few other defenders in the market, as they prepare for the prospect of missing out on Bastoni.
The Italian is rated highly at the club, who have even reportedly agreed personal terms with the player. But at âŹ70 million, the player is just simply unaffordable for the Blaugrana right now.