Barcelona have identified Inter Milan's Alessandro Bastoni as their primary target for a central defender signing this summer, according to reports. The Catalan club's management, including coach Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco, are reportedly in agreement about pursuing the Italian international.

Bastoni, who plays as a left-sided center-back for Inter Milan, has established himself as a key player for both club and country. The 25-year-old defender has been instrumental in Inter's recent successes and represents the type of profile Barcelona are seeking to strengthen their backline.

Meanwhile, Inter Milan are already making plans for the upcoming season under a specific tactical philosophy. The club is looking to add what they describe as 'unpredictable' players to their squad, seeking individuals who can make the team more dynamic and harder for opponents to read.

Inter's approach is being driven by coach Cristian Chivu, who wants to build a squad capable of breaking down opposing defenses through varied and unexpected approaches. This tactical evolution suggests the club is preparing for potential departures while also looking to enhance their overall playing style.

The summer transfer window is expected to bring significant movement between the two clubs, with Barcelona's pursuit of Bastoni potentially creating a domino effect that influences Inter's own recruitment strategy.