Inter sporting director Piero Ausilio has dismissed speculation linking defender Alessandro Bastoni to Barcelona, stating that the Spanish club has not made any formal approach for the player. Speaking at an event, Ausilio emphasized that Bastoni remains committed to Inter under his current contract and that no circumstances suggest he will leave the club. The director suggested that if Barcelona or any other interested party wants to pursue the player, they should contact Inter directly rather than discussing the matter publicly.
Bastoni has been subject to transfer rumors in recent weeks, though his recent form has improved following a period of struggle. He received a standing ovation during Inter's victory over Roma, suggesting restored confidence between the player and the club. Ausilio expressed satisfaction with Bastoni's contributions and confidence in his future at Inter.
Ausilio's comments appear designed to quell media speculation, particularly in Spanish outlets. He called on outside parties to conduct business through proper channels instead of engaging in public discussion about potential moves. The situation remains fluid, with the coming weeks expected to clarify Bastoni's future, though Inter's position remains that the defender will stay at the club.
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1 In the last few weeks, there has been quite a bit of talk around Alessandro Bastoni and a possible move to Barcelona. Serie A giants Inter would obviously be perturbed by the speculation, especially since the defender hasn’t had a great few months. Bastoni was given a standing ovation during Inter’s win over Roma. It was probably a sign of the restoration of love between the two parties. Nerazzurri sporting director Piero Ausilio spoke about the defender at an event at Coverciano today. In a chat with FCInterNews – via Calciomercato, he clarified that Barcelona haven’t come forward for the player and they know the phone numbers, if they want to do that. He said: “Bastoni has a contract with Inter, and there aren’t any situations right now that suggest Bastoni will leave Inter. Barcelona? I don’t know what they’re saying in Spain, but we’re happy with what Bastoni has given to Inter, and we’re sure he’ll give a lot more. Ausilio also urged the Spanish media to shut down and focus on what is really going on. “If anyone is interested in Bastoni, they know the phone numbers, so they should do that, they shouldn’t talk.” So far, there have been a variety of rumours about Bastoni. Some have suggested he would be interested in a move to Barcelona, with others appearing certain he is keen on staying at Inter. It is fair to say that the next ew weeks will define everything. Kaustubh Pandey I GIFN
