Inter denies rumors of Bastoni transfer to Barcelona

Inter Milan's chief Guiseppe Marotta has dismissed recent reports linking defender Alessandro Bastoni to Barcelona. The speculation intensified as Barcelona seeks a new center-back, with Marotta stating the club aims to retain Bastoni, who is under contract until 2028. He labeled the claims about Bastoni refusing to renew and engaging with Barcelona as false. Bastoni has been mentioned as a target for the Catalan club, which is actively looking for reinforcements ahead of the winter window.

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