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Mourinho eyes Alessandro Bastoni as Real Madrid considers summer move

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 1:05 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Mourinho eyes Alessandro Bastoni as Real Madrid considers summer move

Summary

Real Madrid is looking to bolster its defense with a move for Alessandro Bastoni from Inter Milan. Head coach Jose Mourinho identified Bastoni as a key target to accompany new signing Ibrahima Konate. While Bastoni's agent indicated interest in a potential transfer, he emphasized that the player is currently committed to Inter and not actively seeking to leave. The potential signing would fill a vital position following David Alaba's departure. The club is currently focused on player exits while planning further incoming transfer activity before the new season starts.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid plans to sign a central defender this summer.
•Jose Mourinho is interested in Alessandro Bastoni from Inter Milan.
•Bastoni's agent mentions no current desire to leave Inter.
•Ibrahima Konate has already joined Real Madrid from Liverpool.
•The club is also managing player exits before making further signings.

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Real Madrid have plans to sign a second central defender this summer to come in alongside Ibrahima Konate, who joined from Liverpool at the start of the month. Head coach Jose Mourinho wants another p...
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