Barcelona targets Bastoni as January signing contingent on Hansi Flick

Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni has expressed that Barcelona's efforts to sign him in January depend on receiving a direct message of approval from Germany's national team coach Hansi Flick. Bastoni was linked with a transfer to Barcelona last summer, but the move did not materialize due to Flick's influence. As Barcelona seeks to bolster its defense, Bastoni remains interested in the transfer, provided he receives assurances from both Flick and Barcelona's director Deco. Reports indicate that Bastoni has learned from past negotiations and requires clarity on his role at the club before making a decision.

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