As the end of the season approaches, the future of Alessandro Bastoni is once again a topic of discussion. According to the newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport, Barcelona is closely monitoring the situation of the Italian defender. The Inter player has a contract until 2028, but several factors could favor a change of scenery this summer. An incident that occurred on February 14 may weigh on the player's decision. During a match against Juventus, a controversial play between Bastoni and Pierre Kalulu resulted in the expulsion of the Juventus player. The reaction of the Inter defender, who appeared to simulate and then celebrate the expulsion of his opponent, was widely criticized, and since then, the left-footed player has been the target of boos in various Italian stadiums. Although the player has already explained himself and continues to demonstrate professionalism on the field, this unpleasant situation raises the question of whether it could influence his desire to stay in Italy. While Inter maintains respect for the athlete, the possibility of a move cannot be ruled out. According to the Italian press, Barcelona has shown interest in the Italian international since the beginning of the year, and there have already been talks with his agents that have revived the possibility of a transfer to Spain. Bastoni is seen as a player at the peak of his career with considerable room for growth. The main obstacle to a potential transfer is the price demanded by the current Serie A leaders. The nerazzurri value the 26-year-old defender's transfer at around 70 million euros, although this amount may be negotiable. The Catalan club will attempt to lower the price and could reach €50 million, especially considering that the player's salary is already high, around 5 million euros annually. In addition to Barcelona, there are also rumors of Premier League clubs interested in the qualities of the defender.
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