Alessandro Bastoni produced another assist as Inter Milan beat Lazio 2-0 in last night’s mouth-watering Serie A clash.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, the 26-year-old has emerged as the best ‘playmaker’ among defenders in Europe’s top-five leagues.

Cristian Chivu’s side racked up their 11th win in 12 matches across all competitions to draw level on points with Roma at the top of the table.

Meanwhile, Lautaro Martinez put his scoring drought in Serie A to bed with a stunning opener.

Then, Ange-Yoan Bonny netted his fourth league goal of the season to kill the game off in the second half.

Bastoni Affirms Playmaking Capacity in Inter Milan 2-0 Lazio

Alessandro Bastoni Inter Milan
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 17: Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale Milano in action during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between CF Monterrey and FC Internazionale Milano at Rose Bowl Stadium on June 17, 2025 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Bastoni displayed impressive defensive skills, as he stole the ball away from Gustav Isaksen before setting up Martinez for the opening goal.

Furthermore, the Italian defender registered his fourth assist of the season – all competitions included.

Indeed, it was his third assist in Serie A, with the remaining one coming in the Champions League.

Therefore, Bastoni now boasts more assists than any other central defender in Europe’s top-five leagues.