Chelsea’s interest complicates Inter’s move for Palestra
Inter Milan’s advanced negotiations to secure Atalanta’s €50 million right wing-back Marco Palestra face an unexpected hurdle as Chelsea, Arsenal, and Liverpool look to hijack the high-profile Italian international.
Inter Milan’s summer transfer plans have been thrust into intense uncertainty as a contingent of English Premier League heavyweights look to hijack their move for Marco Palestra.
The reigning Serie A champions appeared close to finalizing a five-year contract for the Atalanta breakout star in a deal structurally structured around €45 million fixed plus €5 million in add-ons.
However, a late transfer market offensive has dramatically disrupted the smooth path toward an expected medical.
Chelsea have formally launched a competitive inquiry into the highly coveted 21-year-old wing-back to bolster their defensive options.
The dynamic Italian international, who excelled on loan at Cagliari last season, has also been widely circulated as a prime target for Arsenal and Liverpool.
While Palestra initially communicated a strict preference to remain in Italy under the newly structured Inter project, the sudden financial muscle from London could severely complicate ongoing negotiations.
