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Liverpool Keep Close Watch on Inter’s Alessandro Bastoni for 2026 Move

Liverpool see the Italy international as a potential 2026 successor to Virgil van Dijk.

Overview

  • Reports via TeamTalk indicate Bastoni is open to testing himself abroad in 2026, prompting renewed attention from Liverpool.
  • Liverpool have made no formal approach and are focused on long-term planning with Van Dijk contracted until 2027.
  • Inter hold Bastoni on a deal through 2028 and, according to Italian reporting, will not approve a mid-season exit as they work on a new agreement.
  • Elite rivals including Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, Manchester City and Chelsea are tracking the defender.
  • Coverage cites a valuation around €75m, while a Football Insider claim of a possible January move and £80m talk is presented as speculative.