AC Milan Vs Inter Milan – Italy Star Defender Could Face ‘Ronaldo’ Fate In Upcoming Serie A Derby

Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni is reportedly bracing for a hostile reception from the AC Milan faithful ahead of Sunday’s Serie A derby. 

According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the 26-year-old is likely to face backlash from fans due to his controversial actions in February’s Derby d’Italia.

Despite being one of Europe’s most highly rated center-backs, Alessandro Bastoni has found himself in the crosshairs of angry supporters.

Indeed, his theatrical dive in last month’s Serie A clash against Juventus has brought him under heavy scrutiny.

Fans all over the county have booed the Azzurri star since his infamous Derby d’Italia antics.

Inter Milan Center-Back Alessandro Bastoni to Face Backlash from AC Milan Fans

BERGAMO, ITALY – MARCH 16: Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale looks on during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and FC Internazionale at Gewiss Stadium on March 16, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Unfazed by off-field turmoil, Bastoni continues to be the cornerstone of Inter’s defense.

Moreover, nothing will change this weekend, as Cristian Chivu has no intention of benching his defensive stalwart.

However, Bastoni could suffer the same fate as Ronaldo ‘Il Fenomeno,’ whom Inter fans labeled as a ‘traitor’ when he joined Milan in 2007.

Needless to say, the Brazilian legend faced relentless jeers from opposing fans in similar high-stakes showdowns.