Inter Milan defender on Barcelona's radar

The Spanish newspaper Sport reported that Barcelona has included Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni on its shortlist as a possible option to strengthen its ranks during the upcoming summer transfer window. Although the player's financial value, estimated at around 80 million euros, is high and difficult to achieve at the moment, the Catalan club is still keeping the door open for the possibility of completing the deal in the future. Barcelona have made signing a left-back a top priority for next summer, as Gerard Martin's recent good performances are seen as only a temporary solution. The club is looking to sign a top-class defender to lead the back line alongside young Pau Coparsi, especially given the uncertainty and instability surrounding Ronald Araujo's future. Bastoni is considered one of the best defenders in the world right now, but he seems comfortable at Inter Milan, who are working to extend his current contract until 2028.