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Inter Hold Firm on Bastoni as Barcelona Talks Pause for Title Run

A high asking price near €70 million forces Barcelona to consider cheaper options.

Overview

  • Inter have signaled they will not sell Alessandro Bastoni on the cheap, with reports saying only an extraordinary offer would start talks.
  • Multiple outlets report Bastoni and Inter agreed to halt any transfer discussions until the club is mathematically crowned Serie A champion.
  • Bastoni is focused on finishing the season with Inter, and strong home support at San Siro has reinforced his commitment for now.
  • Barcelona still view the left-footed centre-back as a priority under sporting director Deco, yet budget limits have pushed them to study lower-cost options such as Bologna’s Jhon Lucumí.
  • No agreement has been reached, and Bastoni’s contract through 2028 gives Inter leverage, so any movement likely waits until after the title is secured.