Barcelona is looking to bolster its defense after a challenging Champions League campaign, with Inter Milan’s Alessandro Bastoni identified as a primary target. The Catalan club is exploring ways to reduce the transfer fee for the Italian international, which Inter has reportedly valued between €60-80 million.
One proposed strategy is a player-plus-cash deal. While players like Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres have been mentioned as potential Inter targets, recent reports indicate Barcelona’s keenness to include young right-back Hector Fort in the negotiation. Barcelona has already engaged in discussions with Bastoni and reportedly reached an agreement on personal terms with the 26-year-old defender.
Inter Milan Eyes Hector Fort as Promising Talent
According to Matteo Moretto on RadioMarca, Inter Milan holds a significant interest in Hector Fort, viewing him as a player with considerable future potential. The 19-year-old has demonstrated attacking prowess for both Barcelona and Elche during his nascent career, contributing two goals and two assists in just 12 appearances this season. Fort is currently on loan at Elche, having had limited playing time at Barcelona last year under Hansi Flick. Moretto further suggests on Twitter/X that Inter has been monitoring Fort’s development for some time, believing he possesses the qualities to become a key player.
Fort Nearing Injury Comeback for Elche
Fort’s current season has been hampered by a shoulder injury that has sidelined him for the past three months. However, the young defender is nearing a return and is expected to be available for Elche’s upcoming match against Atletico Madrid. Speaking to Elche’s official media, Fort expressed his eagerness to get back on the field, stating, “I’m very happy, I was really looking forward to it. It’s been a long three months, but the important thing is that I’m back now.”
