Deco interferes with Barcelona's plans with Bastoni

The Italian is strongly linked to a move to Camp Nou next summer, but Deco would have other plans

Héctor Andreu | 29 Mar 2026 | 14.55
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Deco puts Bastoni's signing in danger / Football Insider
Deco puts Bastoni's signing in danger / Football Insider

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Alessandro Bastoni has become one of the standout names in the market that FC Barcelona is handling, although his signing does not generate total consensus within the club.

The Italian center-back has given the green light to a possible arrival, triggering a high-level operation in the Barcelona offices. However, this possibility clashes directly with the priorities set by Deco, who maintains a different approach to strengthening the squad.

Alessandro Bastoni is liked, but is not FC Barcelona's top priority

Alessandro Bastoni fits perfectly into the profile that FC Barcelona is looking for in its defense. Left-footed, good at moving the ball out, and with experience at the top level, the Italian possesses ideal qualities for the system they aim to consolidate.

His performance in big stages, both in Italy and Europe, makes him a reliable option. Additionally, the coach believes he could adapt quickly to LaLiga's pace. However, his arrival is not as urgent as it might seem at the moment.

Deco prioritizes reinforcing the attack over defense

But according to Marca, Deco's vision is clear and differs from what has been published: the team needs a top-level striker. The sporting director believes the main issue with the team lies in the lack of offensive effectiveness.

Thus, the club is exploring options to bolster the forward line for the upcoming season. The potential departure of key attacking players and the underperformance of some individuals reinforce this idea. Therefore, the addition of Alessandro Bastoni is not at the top of the club's priorities list.

The cost of Alessandro Bastoni complicates the operation

The signing of Alessandro Bastoni not only raises a sporting debate but also an economic one. Inter Milan is not willing to negotiate down and has valued the center-back between 60 and 80 million euros.

This is a significant amount for FC Barcelona, which is still constrained by financial fair play regulations. The club needs to balance its books before embarking on an operation of this magnitude.

Currently, the club is far from operating entirely normally in the market. This context severely limits the chances of completing a high-cost signing.

Deco prioritizes a forward over Bastoni's signing

LaLiga and defense take a back seat in planning

Although the defense has faced challenges in LaLiga during the season, it is not the main concern. Injuries and changes in the backline have led to improvisation at various points.

Nevertheless, the sporting direction believes there are internal solutions or more accessible options in the market. Other names are being analyzed as less expensive alternatives with future potential.

The signing of Alessandro Bastoni remains an attractive option but not an urgent one. The club prefers to proceed cautiously before committing to a large investment.

Alessandro Bastoni, an opportunity conditioned by the market

Alessandro Bastoni will continue to be on FC Barcelona's agenda, but his signing will depend on various factors. The first will be the club's ability to generate income and free up wage mass in the coming weeks.

The second factor is the evolution of the sporting priorities set by Deco. If the offensive need is addressed, the club could then refocus on enhancing the defense.

Meanwhile, the Italian remains a high-level option that is appealing but does not determine the current strategy. Alessandro Bastoni represents a market opportunity, although not the main objective at present.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Deco se interpone en los planes del Barcelona con Bastoni

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