Atalanta defender Giorgio Scalvini could continue his career in the Premier League after a number of elite English clubs set their sights on him. According to TeamTalk transfer marketThe 22-year-old could follow in the footsteps of Honest Ahanor, who moved to England this summer.
Just one season after joining Atalanta from Genoa for a fee worth around €20 million (including add-ons), Ahano left Bergamo on deadline day and joined Crystal Palace on a season-long loan. Scalvini may follow a similar career path, although Radea may sell one of their most prized assets for a higher price.
Scalvini is widely regarded as one of the most talented defenders in Serie A and has less than two years left on his contract at the New Balance Stadium. Meanwhile, Inter Milan, Juventus and Milan have been keeping tabs on the Atalanta starlet for years. There were even formal contacts with the Rossoneri in the summer.
However, Scalvini’s future may lie far away from his homeland.
Our thoughts on Atalanta, Scalvini and the Premier League
Next summer could be Atalanta’s last chance to capitalize on the Italian centre-back, who has started all five league games this season. La Dea’s asking price of €40 million has proven too high for Milan, but such demands are unlikely to stop wealthy Premier League clubs pursuing Scalvini.
Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur have all shown interest in the Chiari native. Scalvini’s future is uncertain, but there is no doubt that Atalanta will do everything they can to keep him at the club for as long as possible.
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