"The Inter Milan defender, after all, boasts of a profile that Barcelona are desperate for - left-footed, comfortable on the ball, confident with his distribution, and with speed and technique. Deco and Hansi Flick see him as the best available option to reinforce Barcelona's defence and the Catalans are convinced that Bastoni himself is open to the switch."
"The said situation took place in Inter Milan's game against Juventus when Bastoni went down after simulating a foul - one that went on to cause the expulsion of Pierre Kalulu from the field of play. His involvement in the incident and direct contribution to a red card that was not deserved in the slightest, needless to say, did not go down well with not just Juventus fans but Serie A supporters as a whole."
"With the brutal tension burdening him, Bastoni is not comfortable in Italy and may look to accelerate a departure in the summer for a fresh start. Barcelona, needless to say, are well placed for the same. It is rumoured that Inter Milan value the player at close to €80 million."
Barcelona, under Deco and Hansi Flick, view Alessandro Bastoni as their ideal centre-back reinforcement due to his left-footed profile, ball-playing ability, distribution skills, speed, and technique. Bastoni is reportedly open to joining Barcelona. A recent incident where Bastoni simulated a foul against Juventus, resulting in an undeserved red card for Pierre Kalulu, has created significant tension in Italy. He now faces consistent booing and insults during away matches, making him uncomfortable in Serie A. Despite apologizing and receiving support from the players' federation, the situation remains unresolved. This discomfort may motivate Bastoni to seek a fresh start elsewhere. Inter Milan values him at approximately €80 million, though Barcelona will attempt to negotiate a lower fee.
Read at Barca Universal
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