Chelsea, Manchester City, and Manchester United are keen on signing the Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni.
According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Alessandro Bastoni is gaining popularity in the market. The Italian international is a target for Premier League bigwigs Chelsea, Manchester City, and Manchester United. Meanwhile, Inter Milan will demand at least €100 million to part ways with him.
The 24-year-old has established himself as one of the finest defenders in Serie A, and he could prove to be a quality signing for all three Premier League clubs. Chelsea will need to improve their defensive unit during the summer transfer window. They have looked vulnerable at the back this season, and it remains to be seen that they can win the race for Bastoni’s signature.
The 24-year-old Italian is likely to improve further with coaching and experience, and he could develop into a world-class defender in the coming seasons. In addition, Chelsea will have to part ways with Thiago Silva soon, meaning Bastoni has emerged as a viable target.
As far as Manchester United are concerned, players like Raphael Varane, Harry Maguire, and Jonny Evans are expected to leave the club at the end of the season. So, the Red Devils will have to bring in a quality replacement.
Bastoni is versatile enough to operate as a central defender as well as a left-back. He could improve them defensively and his distribution skills will add a new dimension to the Manchester United gameplay as well.
Manchester City are hoping to add more quality to their squad as well. They have a proven and track record of competing for trophies, and Pep Guardiola has shown a willingness to sign top quality players. The 24-year-old would be a quality accusation for them.
Bastoni could be keen on a new challenge
It will be interesting to see which of the three clubs come forward with a concrete proposal to sign the defender in the coming months. Inter Milan will want to hold on to him for as long as possible, and he is an indispensable asset for them.
However, it is fair to assume that the Italian club will be tempted if there is a lucrative proposal on the table. Chelsea, Manchester City, and Manchester United have the financial resources to offer a premium for the defender, and it remains to be seen how the situation develops. The defender is reportedly valued at €100 million.
The opportunity to compete in the Premier League will be an exciting proposition for the defender as well. He will look to compete at the highest level and win major trophies. He has already proven himself in Italy, and Bastoni might be keen on taking up a new challenge.
