Barcelona is actively pursuing a summer transfer for Alessandro Bastoni, identifying the Inter Milan defender as their top target for the upcoming window. Both Hansi Flick and Deco are reportedly keen to finalize an agreement, with encouraging signs emerging that Inter may be increasingly receptive to parting with their star center-back.
Initial reports indicated that Inter had already reduced their asking price for the 26-year-old. Now, securing Bastoni could become even more feasible for Barcelona. According to Calciomercato (as reported by Sport), the Serie A giants are reportedly open to a deal involving a player or players alongside cash, with two specific Catalan players reportedly catching their interest.
Torres Emerges as a Key Inclusion in Potential Deal
One of the players of interest is Ferran Torres, whose departure from Barcelona this summer appears increasingly probable. While Manchester United and Atletico Madrid have shown interest in the Spanish forward, Inter could become the frontrunner to acquire him if they agree to incorporate him into the Bastoni transfer.
The second Barcelona player generating interest from Inter is Dani Olmo. The 27-year-old is currently behind Fermin Lopez in the pecking order for Flick’s number 10 role. Despite this, it’s considered unlikely that the La Liga leaders would be willing to let him leave during the summer transfer window.
A player-plus-cash arrangement for Bastoni could significantly benefit Barcelona, allowing them to conserve funds for their primary objective of signing a top-tier striker. Torres might prove to be the pivotal piece in such a deal, though his departure would necessitate finding a suitable replacement, regardless of whether he moves to Inter or another club.
Discussions between Barcelona and Inter regarding Bastoni’s future are yet to fully unfold. Meanwhile, Barcelona is reportedly continuing efforts to agree on personal terms with the Italian international.
