Barcelona is reportedly targeting Alessandro Bastoni this summer to bolster their defense. However, manager Hansi Flick has yet to give his approval for the transfer, and the Catalan club still needs to finalize negotiations with Inter Milan.
While it has been reported that Bastoni has agreed to a move and is discussing personal terms, an agreement on these terms is not expected to be a major hurdle. Reports indicate that Barcelona and Bastoni are laying the groundwork for a five-year contract extending to 2031. The expectation is that Bastoni will discuss his potential departure to Barcelona with Inter after they secure the Scudetto, having previously turned down an offer from Liverpool.
Hansi Flick’s Approval Pending for Bastoni Deal
Adding another layer of delay to discussions with Inter is surprisingly Hansi Flick. The German manager has not yet given his go-ahead for the deal, a fact confirmed by sources close to both the player and Barcelona. This might simply be a matter of timing, similar to Bastoni’s upcoming talks with Inter. Flick has reportedly postponed discussions with Football Director Deco regarding transfers until La Liga is secured.
Barcelona Yet to Initiate Talks with Inter
The most significant obstacle to an agreement, however, is likely to be negotiations with Inter Milan, who are seeking €70-80 million for Bastoni. Inter’s Sporting Director, Piero Ausilio, recently urged Barcelona to contact them directly rather than through the press, stating that they have not yet received any official approach for the Italian international. Currently, it appears Barcelona is communicating solely with Bastoni’s agent, though it is not uncommon in modern football for clubs to reach an agreement with the player before negotiating with their current club.
