Real Madrid Eyeing Inter Milan’s Alessandro Bastoni Pending Mourinho Approval
Real Madrid is monitoring Inter Milan center-back Alessandro Bastoni, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. While Madrid executives have signaled interest to Inter leadership, the club is awaiting a tactical assessment from new manager José Mourinho before initiating formal negotiations. Inter has set a €70 million asking price for the Italian defender.
Why is Real Madrid interested in Alessandro Bastoni?
Real Madrid directors informed Inter Milan of their interest in Alessandro Bastoni during a recent charity event in Madrid featuring legends from both clubs. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, this communication reached Inter vice-president Javier Zanetti and President Beppe Marotta directly.
The move suggests a strategic push to bolster the Merengues’ defense. However, the club isn’t rushing into a bid. The report states that Real Madrid is waiting for José Mourinho to complete his internal assessments of the squad. Mourinho’s green light is a prerequisite before the club enters formal discussions with the Nerazzurri.
How much does Inter Milan want for Bastoni?
Inter Milan has valued Alessandro Bastoni at €70 million. La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that this figure remains unchanged from the price Inter demanded when Barcelona inquired about the defender a few weeks ago.
Bastoni’s own camp remains cautious. His agent told reporters last week that while top clubs naturally attract interest, the defender is “extremely happy where he is.” The agent noted that “anything can happen” in football, but emphasized Bastoni’s current satisfaction in Milan.
Market Value Comparison: Bastoni vs. Dumfries
The financial approach for Inter’s departing talent varies wildly depending on the contract. While Bastoni requires a negotiated fee of €70 million, Denzel Dumfries’ move to Madrid was a straightforward transaction. By triggering a €20 million release clause, Real Madrid bypassed negotiations entirely for the wing-back.
What happens next for the transfer?
The timeline now rests with José Mourinho. The new coach must determine if Bastoni’s profile fits his specific defensive system. If Mourinho approves, Real Madrid will have to decide if they are willing to meet the €70 million valuation or attempt to negotiate a lower fee with Beppe Marotta.
This potential move would mark a significant exodus of talent from the San Siro to the Santiago Bernabéu. A double swoop for both Dumfries and Bastoni would signal a heavy reliance on Inter’s tactical discipline to shore up the La Liga side’s backline.
Frequently Asked Questions
The report comes from the Italian sports daily La Gazzetta dello Sport.
Inter is demanding €70 million for the center-back.
The club is waiting for new head coach José Mourinho to finish his internal squad assessments.
Denzel Dumfries is set to join in July after his €20 million release clause was activated.
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