Real Madrid Hits Another FC Barcelona Transfer Target
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- Sports Money Real Madrid Hits Another FC Barcelona Transfer Target By Tom Sanderson,
- Should the Portuguese give his thumbs up to the potential operation, Bastoni will cost around $80 million.
- After winning re-election a fortnight ago, Madrid president Florentino Perez has been busy with his checkbook.
Sports Money Real Madrid Hits Another FC Barcelona Transfer Target By Tom Sanderson,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Sanderson has been primarily based in Barcelona since 2019.Follow Author Jun 17, 2026, 05:18am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Summary Real Madrid is reportedly in advanced talks to sign Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni, a player previously targeted by FC Barcelona. The potential $80 million transfer awaits new coach Mourinho's decision and would provide immediate competition in Madrid's defense. This aggressive pursuit is seen as part of President Florentino Perez's strategy to sabotage Barcelona's transfer ambitions following two trophyless seasons. Madrid previously outbid Barca for Julian Alvarez and recently acquired Marc Cucurella, another player linked to the Catalans. They are also reportedly close to signing Bernardo Silva as a free agent, further highlighting their intent to strengthen their squad while simultaneously weakening their rivals.
Real Madrid is turning its attention to another FC Barcelona transfer target according to Gazzetta dello Sport in Italy and SPORT in Catalonia, which both cited anonymous sources.Getty ImagesReal Madrid is turning its attention to another FC Barcelona transfer target in Alessandro Bastoni according to La Gazzetta dello Sport in Italy and SPORT in Catalonia, which both cited anonymous sources.