Liverpool are reportedly plotting a move to sign Alessandro Bastoni from Inter Milan this summer, according to Calciomercato via Fichajes.
The Italian centre-back joined Inter from Atalanta in 2017 and was initially integrated into the club’s academy setup, impressing for both the U17 and U19 sides.
Bastoni gained valuable experience on loan at Atalanta and Parma Calcio 1913 before making his senior debut for the Nerazzurri in a 3-1 victory over Genoa on 28 September 2019.
Since that debut, he has become one of the first names on the teamsheet at San Siro, amassing an impressive 298 appearances for the club across all competitions.
The defender has been a key figure during one of the most successful periods in Inter’s recent history, helping secure three Serie A titles, two Coppa Italia crowns, and three Supercoppa Italiana trophies.
He was also an integral member of the Simone Inzaghi-managed side that reached the UEFA Champions League final last season, further cementing his reputation as one of Europe’s elite defenders.
In the recently concluded season, Bastoni featured 28 times in the league and provided eight goal contributions in 40 games across all competitions during Inter’s 21st Scudetto title win.
The reported interest from Liverpool has been fuelled by the departure of Ibrahima Konaté, who has joined Real Madrid, with Jeremy Jacquet’s arrival not considered sufficient cover at the highest level.
Barcelona had been strongly linked with Bastoni but have withdrawn from the race due to their unwillingness to meet Inter’s asking price of between £51 million and £60 million.
Premier League rivals Newcastle United have also shown interest in the 6ft 2in centre-back, but they are similarly reluctant to match Inter’s valuation, leaving Liverpool now poised to make their move.
Bastoni combines technical excellence with defensive authority, capable of progressing the ball from deep and breaking opposition lines with his passing while remaining aggressive in duels.
His complete profile as a modern centre-back suggests he would not only replace Konaté but potentially represent an upgrade in terms of balance, distribution, and experience within Liverpool’s defensive unit.