Inter Milan were in Bergamo on Tuesday evening to monitor Marco Palestra, the highly-rated right-back currently playing for Cagliari but owned by Atalanta, also a target of Napoli and Juventus.
According to Nicolò Schira for Il Giornale, via FCInterNews, an Inter scout was present at the New Balance Arena during the Atalanta-Cagliari clash to assess the 2005-born Italian.
Palestra is generating significant interest across Europe.
Juventus and Napoli are both tracking the youngster, while clubs from the Premier League have also been linked.
Price Tag Set High For Palestra Amid Inter, Juventus & Napoli Links
Atalanta could demand a substantial fee, reportedly in the region of €40 million, reflecting his potential and the growing competition for his signature.
For Inter, the interest comes at a crucial time as Denzel Dumfries remains uncertain after changing agents and expressing a desire to move to England, with Chelsea among the interested clubs.
Palestra could emerge as a long-term option to fill the right-back slot.
Indeed, providing depth and youth in the Nerazzurri squad while preparing for potential departures.
Inter’s scouting suggests careful planning, ensuring they are ready to act should Dumfries leave in the upcoming transfer window.
I don’t know where to say, but napoli is truly a garbage referee-side team! 2 disallowed goals from udinese.
the ref n co try really hard not to let napoli lose
why sending scouts when we won’t pay to get him. The only priority for our ownership is to reach “financial stability” that is to pay little for new players and put as much as possible in their own pockets.