Chelsea Have Seen Their Offer Get Rejected For This Inter Milan Defender: Should Maresca Go Back For Him? | OneFootball

In a recent report, Gazzetta dello Sport stated that Chelsea have seen their offer get rejected for Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni this summer. It is understood the Blues made a £50m bid to sign the talented centre-back, which was declined by the Italian outfit.

Bastoni’s Impressive Form In Italian Football

Bastoni enjoyed a good run of form at the Italian club in the previous campaign when he produced a series of impressive performances for them on the defensive end of the field. The Italian talent made 53 appearances for Inter Milan last season, netting one goal and grabbing six assists across various competitions.

The 26-year-old was a rock at the back for the Milan club as he made 46 tackles, 25 blocks and 22 interceptions in Serie A. He even distributed possession accurately from inside his half after completing 88.4% of his attempted passes in the Italian first division (stats via fbref.com).

Bastoni is under contract at the Italian club until the summer of 2028. Therefore, it won’t be easy for Chelsea to sign him on the cheap in this transfer window.

MONZA, ITALY – AUGUST 12: Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale scores his goal from the penalty spot during the Pre-season Friendly match between AC Monza and FC Internazionale at U-Power Stadium on August 12, 2025 in Monza, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Should Chelsea Boss Enzo Maresca Go Back For Bastoni?

Bastoni is a solid tackler of the ball and can sense the danger well to secure the ball back for his team inside his half. He usually puts his foot through the ball when required and can use his powerful 1.90 frame to win a few 50-50 duels in the air for his team.

The Italy international has got a wealth of experience at the highest level, but there are some question marks over whether he would be able to maintain his good form in the Premier League.

We can expect Bastoni to add more bite and steel to Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca’s defence. He has what it takes to fight for a regular first-team spot at Stamford Bridge this season.

At 26, Bastoni is playing in his prime, which makes him a decent signing for the Blues to consider this summer. He might even help the West London club challenge for some major honours over the next few years. All in all, Maresca should focus on going back for the Italian sensation before the end of this transfer window.