‘We want to keep him’ – Barcelona warned off Alessandro Bastoni by Inter boss

Barcelona have been warned off Alessandro Bastoni by Inter chief Piero Ausilio who says the club want to keep hold of the Italy international.

Inter were crowned Serie A champions again on Sunday which saw Ausilio talk about Bastoni. The club’s sporting director says no offers have been received and that Inter don’t want to let him go.

“Bastoni ? We haven’t received any offers regarding Bastoni,” he told reporters. “He’s a valuable player for Inter and for Italy, a strong player, an incredible footballer, and we want to keep him.”

Bastoni is reportedly Barcelona’s top target to strengthen their backline this summer and has a price tag of around 60 million euros.

The defender has endured a tough time recently for club and country which had fuelled speculation he could look for a challenge away from Serie A.

However, the season has ended on a high note for Bastoni with another title triumph to add to his collection. A decision is now expected on his future and whether he will stay at San Siro or seek a move.