In 2024, Chelsea and Manchester City have expressed keen interest in acquiring Alessandro Bastoni from Inter Milan. Both Premier League giants are considering a move for the Italian international, as reported by Calciomercato. Chelsea aims to bolster their defense, especially with the potential departure of veteran center-back Thiago Silva when his contract expires in the summer. Meanwhile, Manchester City is actively seeking new talent in the center-back position as they continue their quest for improvement under Pep Guardiola.
Looking at the broader context, Inter Milan is reportedly open to letting Bastoni go at the end of the current season. The Italian club finds itself in a position where they need to sell the 24-year-old to strengthen their team, given their strict transfer policy due to budgetary constraints. Inter is willing to engage in discussions with potential buyers if they meet their valuation of £60 million ($73 million). However, reaching an agreement in January might prove challenging. It is anticipated that Bastoni will complete the 2023-24 season at San Siro before making a decision about his future move.