League: Serie A Sport: Soccer Country: Italy Category: Scores & Results

Real Madrid engages Inter over Alessandro Bastoni transfer discussions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 10:10 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Real Madrid engages Inter over Alessandro Bastoni transfer discussions

Summary

Real Madrid has initiated talks with Inter Milan regarding defender Alessandro Bastoni. The club is in the midst of an active transfer window, having recently confirmed signings including Ibrahima Konate and Marc Cucurella. Manager Jose Mourinho is focusing on bolstering the center-back position, with Bastoni as a key target amidst complications in prior negotiations with Barcelona. Meanwhile, alternatives like Riccardo Calafiori and Nico Schlotterbeck have also been mentioned as potential signings.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Real Madrid has opened talks for Alessandro Bastoni from Inter Milan.
•Ibrahima Konate and Marc Cucurella are among recent signings.
•Negotiations with Barcelona for Bastoni stalled earlier this year.
•Mourinho is prioritizing a second center-back and a defensive midfielder.
•Other options for center-back include Calafiori and Schlotterbeck.

Latest Updates

10:10 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid open talks with club over Serie A star

What they're saying

"
Real Madrid’s transfer window continues to move at breakneck speed, with a second centre-back on the agenda, following an agreement with Ibrahima Konate. Amid plenty of talk about Los Blancos pursui...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Manchester City Barcelona Real Madrid Atletico Madrid Serie A Soccer