Tottenham transfer news: Alessandro Bastoni’s agent hints where he’ll play next season | Football | Sport
The agent of Tottenham’s top defensive target Alessandro Bastoni has confirmed his client is happy at Inter Milan – reaffirming his desire to stay at the San Siro next season. The Italian international centre-back has worked his way towards the top of Spurs’ summer transfer shortlist but Antonio Conte has his work cut out trying to convince his former player to join him in north London.
Tottenham are ready to pay big bucks to land the 23-year-old, who is reportedly valued at £54million by Inter.
But the move has been made complicated by Bastoni’s stance on an exit, which could now prevent Fabio Paratici from landing his man,
Tullio Tinti, who represents the player, expects Bastoni to stay put next season.
“He is certainly a big fan of the team he plays for, so he will happily remain at Inter,” Tinti told Sportitalia.
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It’s understood the Brazilian, who won Serie A Defender of the Season, is not a direct replacement for Bastoni, though.
Spurs do have other options on the agenda though if they wish to explore alternatives.
RB Leipzig’s Josko Gvardiol, formerly a target of Leeds, is a player they like.
Chelsea are also keen on the Croatian too, meaning Leipzig are set to demand mega-money for their talismanic leader.
Pau Torres is also of interest with Villarreal willing to accept offers in the region of £45m.
Barcelona have also offered Clement Lenglet around to Tottenham and Arsenal, who are both unlikely to pursue a deal.
Bastoni wants to reunite with his former coach Conte in the future but for now, a transfer may have to wait.
Spurs could still chance their arm with an opening offer though, to seriously test Inter’s resolve.
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