Overview
- La Vanguardia reports that sporting director Deco has identified Bastoni as a primary target to reinforce Barcelona’s defense this summer.
- Barcelona seek a left-footed centre-back after Iñigo Martínez’s exit, with Hansi Flick using Gerard Martí in that slot to keep buildup play on the left.
- Bastoni is a 1.90m, left-footed defender known for strong aerial play and line-breaking passes, and he usually features on the left of a back three.
- He has experience in a back four with Italy, which supports Barcelona’s view that he could adapt to their system.
- His deal runs until June 30, 2028 at Inter, who are close to winning Serie A, and no transfer agreement or formal talks have been reported.