ALESSANDRO BASTONI NEWS

Will miss Udinese game Bastoni hasn't been called up for Monday's match versus Udinese due to thigh muscle fatigue, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Bastoni won't be involved to avoid bigger injuries but shouldn't be out for long. With Stefan De Vrij (thigh) still unavailable, Carlos Augusto or Yann Aurel Bisseck will substitute for him in the back.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Produces rare assist Bastoni assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-0 win versus Empoli.

Impact Bastoni was on the scoresheet with a rare assist during Monday's comfortable win over Empoli. The defender did well throughout though it was odd to see him brought off the pitch after 77 minutes. It didn't seem to be an injury concern so it's likely just some planned rotation to keep Bastoni fit moving forward.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Tees up teammate versus Napoli Bastoni assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate), three tackles (two won) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Napoli.

Impact Bastoni picked up more stats in the final third than in the back and found Matteo Darmian in the box with a great feed, recording his second assist of the season. He corraled both in the last three games, where he has posted seven tackles (four won), six clearances and five crosses (two accurate), contributing to one clean sheet).

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in Bologna game Bastoni assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate), two tackles (two won) and seven successful duel in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Bologna.

Impact Bastoni was dependable in the back as usual but provided his biggest contribution on the other end, finding Yann Aurel Bisseck with a long cross to set up the lone goal of the contest for his first assist of the season, even though he puts up better offensive numbers than most defenders. He has notched five chances created, 14 crosses (three accurate), four tackles (three won) and five interceptions in his last five showings.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Bastoni completed a one-game ban in Monday's 2-1 win over Genoa.

Impact Bastoni will be eligible for Saturday's game versus Bologna and likely start over Carlos Augusto or Federico Dimarco. He has logged 19 crosses (three accurate), six interceptions and five tackles (three won) in his last five appearances, contributing to two clean sheets and scoring once.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Genoa game Bastoni won one tackle, had two interceptions and two clearances and picked up his fifth yellow card in Wednesday's 4-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Bastoni had his usual quality performance but will have to sit one out due to yellow-card accumulation. Yann Aurel Bisseck or Carlos Augusto will take his place in the back on Monday.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Very solid in Atletico Madrid game Bastoni recorded four crosses (one accurate), three interceptions, one clearance and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Bastoni had the best performance out of any Inter defender, as they came away with a clean sheet in a challenging spot despite conceding a few chances. It's his first in a while he often subs off near the matches. He has logged 19 crosses (four accurate), seven tackles (four won) and 10 clearances in the last five games.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in seven crosses against Salernitana Bastoni registered three shots (one on goal), seven crosses (one accurate), one tackle (zero won) and two chances created in Friday's 4-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Bastoni was busier offensively than in the back since Inter completely dominated the game, but he didn't participate in any of the goals and was pulled a little early. He has scored once and tallied 16 crosses (four accurate), nine tackles (four won) and nine clearances in the last five matches.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Roma Bastoni scored one goal to go two tackles (one won), one clearance, and three crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-2 win versus Roma.

Impact Bastoni didn't have a remarkable day in the back like the rest of the line but sealed the contest in the stoppage time with a surprisingly clutch finish after trailing a counter-attack. It's his first goal contribution of the season. He has posted 10 crosses (three accurate), 10 tackles (seven won) and 11 clearances in the last five matches. Inter will host Salernitana on Friday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Solid against Juventus Bastoni recorded one block, one interception, two clearances, and four crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Juventus.

Impact Bastoni was instrumental in keeping the clean sheet as he didn't get any opponent past him on his side on the pitch and also chipped in a little offensively. He has tallied 12 crosses (four accurate), 10 tackles (eight won), and 18 clearances in the last five rounds. Inter will visit Roma on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well versus Fiorentina Bastoni had three interceptions, six clearances, one block, and three tackles (two won) in Sunday's 1-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Bastoni was the busiest among his side's defenders and put together a busy stat line on top of helping maintain the clean sheet. He has tallied 12 tackles (10 won), nine interceptions, and 20 clerances in his last six starts. Inter will host Juventus on Sunday.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles against Monza Bastoni recorded one cross (one accurate), two tackles (both one), one duel, and one chance created in Saturday's 5-1 win over Monza.

Impact Bastoni didn't need to do much in the back as Inter pulled the strings and didn't attack much either, which he occasionally does. He has recorded 12 crosses (two accurate), nine tackles (eight won), and 14 clearances in the last five matches, with two clean sheets. Inter will visit Fiorentina on January 28.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable in Verona game Bastoni recorded two shots (zero on goal), two interceptions, two clearances, and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Verona.

Impact Bastoni picked up some stats in both phases, as he's one to do, but Inter conceded once in this one. He has logged seven tackles (six won), 14 clearances, and six interceptions in the last four games, with two clean sheets. Inter will face Monza away Saturday.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in three crosses versus Udinese Bastoni (calf) created one scoring chance, drew one foul, and sent in three crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 4-0 win over Udinese.

Impact Bastoni got the start but played less than an hour in his return from a calf injury. He didn't pick up defensive stats and contributed a little in the final third as Inter utterly dominated. He could be rested midweek versus Real Sociedad to be fresh for Sunday's clash with Lazio.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Saturday Bastoni (calf) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Udinese.

Impact Bastoni is ending a three-match absence Saturday, making the starting XI for their clash against Udinese. The Italian should return to a regular starting position again, as he started in 13 of the club's 16 matches before encountering the knock. In his nine Serie A starts he has registered 30 clearances, 20 tackles and nine interceptions.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely limited against Udinese Bastoni (calf) is poised to return against Udinese but will probably begin on the bench as he's not 100 percent, SportMediaset reported.

Impact Bastoni has ramped up his activity in practice but has barely one full session under his belt. The coach will likely be cautious to avoid relapses after he sat out three fixtures. Yann Aurel Bisseck or Carlos Augusto, or both, will join Francesco Acerbi, while the position of Matteo Darmian hinges on Juan Cuadrado's level of fitness. He has posted 10 crosses (three accurate), four tackles, and nine clearances in his last four appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Napoli Bastoni (calf) will remain sidelined versus Napoli but should return against Udinese, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Bastoni has resumed training in some capacity but won't be rushed back to avoid risks. Stefan de Vrij, Francesco Acerbi, and Matteo Darmian will start in the back like in the last Serie A game versus Juventus.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit at least two tilts Bastoni took further tests on his injured calf and has been ruled for the next two matches, Sportmediaset informed.

Impact Bastoni isn't dealing with a major injury, but the staff will be cautious, and he'll be unavailable against Juventus and Benfica. The club hopes he could feature versus Napoli. Stefan De Vrij and Yann Aurel Bisseck will pick up the slack.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury with Italy Bastoni is heading back to Milan early due to a right calf injury, the Italian FA announced.

Impact Bastoni would have been unavailable for the upcoming Euro 2024 after getting hurt in practice, and the extent of the injury will be fully assessed by the Inter doctors. Francesco Acerbi and Stefan De Vrij would start together if he couldn't play against Juventus.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four duels against Bologna Bastoni had four crosses (one accurate), one block, and one tackle (zero won) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Bologna.

Impact Bastoni tried to help the offense as they laid siege late in the game but wasn't on point, plus Inter gave up two goals in this one. He has registered five interceptions, four clearances, and 15 crosses (three accurate) in his last five appearances, contributing to one clean sheet. Inter will visit Torino on October 21.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in the offese versus Benfica Bastoni registered four crosses (one accurate), one block, one interception, and two chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 win against Benfica.

Impact Bastoni was more active in the final third than in the back, as is often the case when Inter face relatively easy opponents that they can tame easily. He has tallied five key passes, 11 crosses (two accurate), and five interceptions in his last five appearances, contributing to one clean sheet. Inter will host Bologna Saturday.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well versus Empoli Bastoni had two interceptions, four crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Empoli.

Impact Bastoni wasn't too busy in the back and so had the opportunity to venture forward more frequently than in some of the recent matches, picking up a robust amount of offensive stats for his role. He has logged seven chances created, 11 crosses (three accurate), and 13 tackels in six matches, with three clean sheets. Inter will host Sassuolo Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent in Fiorentina contest Bastoni had five chances created, two interceptions, two tackles (one won), and two clearances in Sunday's 4-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Bastoni had frequent offensive forays since Inter completely dominated and surprisingly led his team in key passes, on top of helping secure the clean sheet. It's the third in a row for Inter. He has logged six crosses (two accurate), 13 tackles, and three interceptions in three matches. Inter will face Milan on September 16.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies four crosses Bastoni registered one shot (zero on goal) and four crosses (one accurate) in Monday's 2-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Bastoni had a decent game on Monday, producing decent stats in both ends of the pitch despite playing in his normal central defensive role. The Italian had an okay game in the attack, taking one shot and whipping in four crosses (one accurate), but did most of his damage in the defense supplying six tackles (five won). The 24-year-old was a normal starter last season and will keep that role, being one of Inter's most important players heading into this campaign.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Inter Bastoni has agreed to a new deal until 2028, Inter announced.

Impact Bastoni had just one season left on his previous contract, but the club managed to strike a deal relatively early. He'll stay put and continue having a key role in the back while sprinkling in some offensive forays.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE