Bastoni's agent downplays Real Madrid transfer rumors

Alessandro Bastoni's agent, Tullio Tinti, stated that the center-back is unlikely to leave Inter Milan this summer despite interest from Real Madrid and Al-Hilal. Tinti emphasized that Bastoni, who has two years remaining on his contract, loves Inter and is not focused on a move to another club. Real Madrid, having already signed three new defenders, intends to bolster their backline further but will need to explore other options with Bastoni's exit appearing unlikely. Reports indicate that the Spanish club had been monitoring potential signings after another target, Nico Schlotterbeck, suffered an injury during the World Cup.

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