Marco Palestra set for Chelsea medical on Friday
Highly-rated Atalanta defender Marco Palestra is scheduled to undergo a medical in London on Friday before finalizing an extensive multi-million euro transfer to Chelsea on a six-year contract.
Italian international defender Marco Palestra is scheduled to undergo his medical examinations in London on Friday ahead of finalizing his permanent transfer to Chelsea from Atalanta.
The Blues swiftly hijacked advanced negotiations from Serie A champions Inter Milan, agreeing to a package worth over €55 million plus a sell-on clause to secure the exceptionally gifted 21-year-old full-back.
The versatile wing-back is prepared to commit his long-term future to Stamford Bridge by signing a lucrative six-year contract valid until June 2032.
The comprehensive agreement also includes an integrated club option to extend the deal by an additional twelve months through to 2033, making the Serie A standout the first marquee summer signing for incoming manager Xabi Alonso.
