Premier League (PL) sides Manchester United and Chelsea are set for a bidding war for the 20-year-old Italian centre-back, Giorgio Scalvini, in the summer transfer window.
The 20-year-old centre-back has been associated with a move to top-flight English football in recent months, and Man Utd is interested in acquiring his services, according to Fichajes. It will be intriguing to see if Chelsea can outdo their PL counterparts and sign the Italian international in the upcoming months.
Scalvini is valued at €60 million, and Chelsea does possess the financial resources to meet that price tag. The Blues have been highly active in the market since the takeover, spending substantial amounts on new signings in recent transfer windows.
A top-notch central defender is a necessity for them, particularly with Thiago Silva nearing the end on his career. Finding a suitable replacement for the Brazilian international is crucial, and Scalvini could be a quality long-term investment.
The 20-year-old possesses all the attributes to develop into a world-class defender, and Mauricio Pochettino could aid in unlocking his potential at the London club. The Argentine has a track record of nurturing young players during his spells at Espanyol, Southampton, and Tottenham Hotspur.
Scalvini will undoubtedly be optimistic about his prospects in English football, viewing it as an exciting career progression. As one of the biggest clubs globally, United provide a platform to compete at the highest level. Whether Chelsea can secure an agreement with Atalanta during the summer transfer window remains to be seen.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils will likely need to find a replacement for Harry Maguire in the summer. The English international has been linked with a departure, and Scalvini could emerge as a high-quality long-term substitute.
