In it FC Barcelona They are already preparing for a possible cycle change in the defense axis. If the march of Ronald Araujo This summer, the club is clear who wants as heir to defensive leadership: Alessandro Bastoni. The sports direction, with Deco in front, has set its gaze in the central of the Inter from Milanconvinced that their profile fits with what the team needs if one of its current pillars is lost.
-The future of the Uruguayan continues to be uncertain, and although it has been a key figure in the last campaigns, its recent performance against Inter left many doubts. In that same crossing, Bastoni shone strongly. His performance in both meetings, especially in the decisive section, impressed the sports managers of Barça, who took note of their presence, control and leadership.
Barcelona wants to sign Alessandro Bastoni
At 26, the Italian international lives a moment of football maturity that makes it an ideal option to reinforce a defensive line in full reconstruction. In addition, his ability to start plays from behind and his tactical versatility make him attractive to Hansi Flick, which has already given green light to his possible arrival.
However, bringing it to Barcelona will not be simple. Inter does not intend to easily negotiate by one of the pillars of its defense, and its contract in force until 2028 gives them a position of force. Only a high sale of Araujo could allow Barça to formulate a convincing proposal.
Meanwhile, Deco maintains its active strategy. The stage is ready: if the exit door for Araujo opens, Bastoni will be the priority on the Barca agenda. The challenge will be to turn that idea into a reality.
