Top defensive target ready to join Barcelona for the same salary at Inter Milan – report

TL;DR

Barcelona is targeting Alessandro Bastoni as a key defensive addition, willing to match his salary at Inter Milan. However, they face challenges in negotiating Inter's €70 million asking price.

Key points

Barcelona targets Alessandro Bastoni for defense
Bastoni's salary at Inter Milan will be matched
Inter Milan demands €70 million for the transfer

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Top defensive target ready to join Barcelona for the same salary at Inter Milan – report

Barcelona are gearing up for an important summer ahead, with the club particularly keen on shoring up their ranks in the defensive unit.

Alessandro Bastoni, to that end, has emerged as the undisputed top target for the Catalans, as he ideally fits the profile the club are looking for.

However, Barça are likely to find difficulties finding an agreement with Inter Milan, who are steadfast in their €70 million asking price for the defender.

The player, for his part, though, has left no stone unturned in his bid to join Barcelona.

Bastoni ready to settle for same salary as Inter

So much so that Bastoni is ready to join Barcelona on the same salary as he currently draws at Inter Milan, reports Tuttosport.

According to the report, the Italian international has already made his desire to join Barcelona clear to those close to him, and Inter are also fully aware of his wishes.