Hansi Flick’s Alessandro Bastoni doubts revealed as talk of Barcelona transfer cools
Alessandro Bastoni's potential transfer to Barcelona appears less likely as new reports indicate his desire to leave Inter has decreased. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has expressed doubts about Bastoni's fit within the team's playing style, prompting the club to explore alternatives. As a result, Bastoni is now more likely to remain at Inter and possibly extend his contract.
- ▪Alessandro Bastoni's desire to leave Inter has diminished in recent weeks, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport.
- ▪Hansi Flick has raised concerns about Bastoni's technical attributes fitting Barcelona's playing style.
- ▪Barcelona has prioritized finding a replacement for Robert Lewandowski over signing Bastoni.
- ▪Flick has asked Deco to seek alternative defensive options for the summer transfer window.
- ▪Bastoni is now considered more likely to stay at Inter than to move to Barcelona.
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