Inter Declares Bastoni Stays, But Barcelona Won't Give Up

Following Inter's securing of their 21st Italian title yesterday, club president Giuseppe Marotta and sporting director Piero Ausilio unequivocally stated that Alessandro Bastoni would remain with the club and that no offers had been received for him. The Italian defender is a major transfer target for Barcelona, with the Catalan giants reportedly hoping the player himself will help reduce the rumored €60 million transfer fee. However, Bastoni has given no public indication of wanting to leave; in fact, his behavior suggests the opposite, which, according to "Sport," has disappointed Barcelona's management.

“Bastoni? We haven't received any offers concerning Bastoni. He is a valuable player for Inter and for Italy, a strong player, an incredible footballer, and we want to keep him,” Ausilio declared.

“For us, it's important to have a solid Italian core in the squad. We want to try and sign the best Italian talents. Bastoni is a certainty,” Marotta explained.

Nevertheless, according to "Sport," Barcelona is still planning a final offensive, with talks between the clubs expected to commence imminently.

The central defender has an active contract with Inter until June 30, 2028, and the club is looking to renew it.