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Inter Milan president responds to Barcelona interest in Bastoni – ‘He wants to stay’
TL;DR
Inter Milan president confirms that Alessandro Bastoni wants to remain with the club despite Barcelona's interest in signing him. Barcelona is prioritizing Bastoni as they look to strengthen their defense ahead of the summer transfer window.
Key points
- Inter Milan president confirms Bastoni wants to stay
- Barcelona prioritizes Bastoni for defense
- Talks between Barcelona and Inter Milan are imminent
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Inter Milan president responds to Barcelona interest in Bastoni – ‘He wants to stay’
It is no secret at this point that FC Barcelona are pursuing the signing of Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni heading into the summer transfer window.
The Blaugrana have made the 27-year-old Italian international as their priority target to strengthen the centre-back position before next season.
Talks are about to take place between the La Liga leaders and the newly-crowned Serie A champions soon about a potential transfer.
Inter Milan president breaks silence
Now, speaking to the media, Inter Milan president Giuseppe Marotta has addressed the rumours of interest from Barcelona in acquiring Bastoni.
Starting off, the Nerazzurri chief was full of praise for the defender, while also acknowledging the mistake he had made recently.
“He’s a talented player. He’s been unlucky in certain incidents; he was the one who made that naive mistake of simulation in the Inter-Juve match. He was the first to realise it,” Marotta said, as quoted by GianlucaDiMarzio.com.
Q&A
What did Inter Milan president say about Bastoni's future?
The Inter Milan president stated that Alessandro Bastoni wants to stay with the club.
Why is Barcelona interested in Alessandro Bastoni?
Barcelona is pursuing Bastoni as a priority target to strengthen their center-back position before the next season.
What is the status of talks between Barcelona and Inter Milan regarding Bastoni?
Talks are expected to take place soon between Barcelona and Inter Milan about a potential transfer for Bastoni.