Inter director Piero Ausilio states Barcelona have not entered formal negotiations for Alessandro Bastoni, despite ongoing transfer speculation. Ausilio explains that Barcelona understand which contacts to approach if they decide to pursue the defender, who has drawn reported interest after consistent displays for Inter and growing talk over a potential move involving the Spanish club.
Reports in Spain and Italy have suggested Barcelona already made contact with representatives of the 27-year-old centre-back. Bastoni is said to be admired by the Blaugrana hierarchy, yet Inter continue to stress there is no agreement. The defender remains tied to Inter, where Bastoni has become a central figure in the current squad.
Bastoni has made 295 appearances
for Inter in all competitions, underlining long-term trust from various coaches. This season, Bastoni features 26 times in Serie A, helping the Nerazzurri move towards the league title. Inter rely on Bastoni in possession and defence, which increases focus on any suggestion of a possible transfer involving Barcelona.
Bastoni contributes to eight clean sheets in the league campaign, providing strong numbers across several metrics. The defender records 79 clearances and contests 212 duels, winning 124. No other Inter defender has engaged in or won as many duels, highlighting Bastoni’s influence when Inter protect leads and manage difficult periods in matches.
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Ausilio, though, said no club-to-club talks have taken place at this moment. Bastoni has acontractwith Inter and I don't think any circumstances would suggest Bastoni is moving away from Inter,Ausilio said, as quoted by Football Italia, citing TMW. I don't know what they say. I know we are happy with Bastoni and what he has given to Inter. I'm sure he has much more to give to Inter. Then, if theres an interest in Bastoni, they know the telephone numbers [to call]; they should do that, instead of talking.
Ausilio’s comments underline Inter’s current position on any Alessandro Bastoni transfer discussion involving Barcelona. Inter emphasise satisfaction with Bastoni’s performances and future potential, while leaving the door open for formal contact. For now, the situation remains unchanged, with Bastoni continuing as a key part of Inter’s title-chasing defence.
