Hansi Flick blocks Alessandro Bastoni transfer

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has intervened in the club's transfer policy, halting plans to spend 70 million euros on Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni. The German manager is concerned that the Italian's lack of pace would hinder his ability to play in a high defensive line. This is reported by Goal.com reports .

Hansi Flick emphasizes that the defender partnering with Pau Cubarsí must be fast. The coach believes that while both players are comfortable on the ball, their lack of speed could leave the team vulnerable to counter-attacks.

This decision came as a surprise to sporting director Deco, as the club had been working on this transfer for a long time. Now, the Barcelona board must look for other center-backs who fit Hansi Flick's tactical requirements, specifically regarding pace.

This situation shows that transfers at Barcelona are now being conducted based on the coach's specific tactical demands. Hansi Flick is focusing on strengthening the defense and selecting players who fit his high-pressing system.