Liverpool have been linked with Inter Milan’s Alessandro Bastoni, but he does not want to join them..
According to Mundo Deportivo, Bastoni will only leave Inter if Barcelona come calling.
The 27-year-old has emerged as one of the best defenders in the world over the past few seasons.
He helped his side clinch two Serie A titles and reach two Champions League finals.
Bastoni has made 295 appearances across all competitions, bagging eight goals and 30 assists.
Missing out on the Italian would be a blow, but signing a new centre-back is not a top priority for Liverpool at the moment.
However, the 26-year-old recently admitted he is close to agreeing a new contract with Liverpool.
Virgil van Dijk will turn 35 in July, but he has at least another season in him. The Reds also have Joe Gomez on their books, while they brought in Giovanni Leoni last summer.
Liverpool lose Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson, so replacing them will be a priority. They also need midfield reinforcements.
Ryan Gravenberch is wasted in the number six role, while there is uncertainty regarding the futures of Alexis Mac Allister and Curtis Jones.
