Serie A giants Inter Milan have reportedly earmarked Marco Palestra as their top target to replace Denzel Dumfries.

According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri are keeping close tabs on several other players.

Denzel Dumfries is at risk of spending the next three months on the sidelines after undergoing ankle surgery on Tuesday.

Furthermore, the Dutchman’s long-term future at San Siro is hanging by a thread.

Indeed, there’s a genuine possibility that the 29-year-old could leave Serie A at the end of the season.

Inter Milan Identify Marco Palestra as Ideal Denzel Dumfries Heir

Marco Palestra
CESENA, ITALY – OCTOBER 10: Marco Palestra of Italy U21 during the UEFA Under21 EURO Qualifier betweenItaly U21 v Sweden U21 and ad hoc Arena im Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld on October 10, 2025 in Cesena, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Replacing a player of Dumfries’ quality won’t be a simple task.

Therefore, Inter must sign a capable and reliable wingback who can provide immediate cover.

Marco Palestra ticks all the boxes. Indeed, at 20, he offers a potentially high resale value.

Moreover, the youngster has already showcased his massive potential this season.

Indeed, he has established himself as one of Serie A’s most exciting prospects at Cagliari.

However, his parent club, Atalanta, will only sell their prized asset to the highest bidder.