Inter Milan sets a clear asking price on Alessandro Bastoni as negotiations with Barcelona move closer to a potential blockbuster deal.

Inter Milan have quietly revealed their asking price for elite central defender Alessandro Bastoni, handing Barcelona a clear financial blueprint as the Catalan club looks to solve its long-term defensive needs.

According to Marca, the Nerazzurri are prepared to entertain substantial offers in the region of €65 million for the 27-year-old Italian international next summer.

While Inter are under no immediate pressure to sell and both player and club remain content in Milan, sources indicate that a major proposal matching their valuation would prompt the Italian giants to open formal negotiations.

With tactical vulnerabilities and squad depth becoming prominent talking points following recent high-profile fixtures under Hansi Flick, the Catalan hierarchy is constantly reassessing marquee defensive targets across the continent.

Bastoni’s profile fits precisely what Barcelona require in an elite, ball-playing, left-footed center-back to anchor their backline for years to come.

Although a potential move was briefly explored during the previous summer transfer window, it ultimately did not materialize due to differing internal priorities at the time.

However, with the defender previously indicating an openness to a potential switch to Spotify Camp Nou, the revelation of a concrete €65 million price tag has immediately put the Spanish giants back on high alert ahead of the upcoming summer window.

Ultimately, whether Barcelona decide to meet Inter Milan’s demands will depend on how their financial situation evolves heading into the end of the season.

Securing a defender of Bastoni’s caliber would provide an undeniable upgrade to their backline, but matching a €65 million valuation requires careful financial planning.

As the European season progresses, the Italian star remains firmly positioned on Barcelona’s radar as a premier summer target.