Inter's Bastoni Quietly Pushes Back Barca Rumors Ahead of Italian Super Cup Showdown

Bastoni quiet on Barca links ahead of Italian Super Cup

Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni expresses happiness and stability at the Nerazzurri, downplaying reports linking him with Barcelona or top Premier League clubs.

The remarks came during preparations for the Italian Super Cup semifinal against Bologna, scheduled for Friday, December 19 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, broadcast via Eight, the exclusive broadcaster of the Roshen Saudi Pro League.

Asked by Sport Mediaset about interest from clubs like Barcelona, Chelsea, and Liverpool, Bastoni said that while such chatter makes him feel proud, there is nothing concrete and he is happy at Inter with no off-field concerns.

Asked whether this suggests a future stay, he indicated that staying at Inter is likely, noting his contract runs until 2028.

Bastoni also spoke at the official press conference with coach Cristian Koivu regarding the upcoming match against Bologna: he described Bologna as a team that will bring high intensity and rely on duos, while Inter aims to match their intensity.

He added that the club cares a lot about the Super Cup and that winning the title over two legs could deliver a strong boost to the season.

He concluded by acknowledging Bologna as a tough opponent that gave Inter trouble last year.

Punchline: If transfer gossip were as real as my diet, Barcelona would have signed him last week. Punchline 2: Bastoni stays put—proof that even defenders enjoy a good Intermission before the match.