Inter chief responds to fresh Alessandro Bastoni to Barcelona transfer talk
The club’s stance has not changed.
Milan, Italy - Inter chief Guiseppe Marotta has denied fresh rumors suggesting Barcelona are planning to rekindle their interest in defender Alessandro Bastoni. Barcelona is currently searching for a new center-back, with Hansi Flick confirming the club's intentions to pursue a transfer in the winter window. Bastoni's name has been thrown into the mix in recent discussions, with some sources reporting he is refusing to sign a new contract with Inter Milan.
However, Marotta firmly stated that the claims are entirely false. "All the talk about Bastoni refusing to renew his contract and Barcelona negotiating with him is completely false. We are always striving to keep Bastoni and protect him from the temptations of other clubs, as he is one of the main pillars of our project," Marotta told 365 Scores.
The 26-year-old's current contract with Inter expires in 2028. There have been reports suggesting Bastoni may be open to talks with Barcelona, but he reportedly wants assurances from Flick that he remains a priority for the Catalan club.
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