Chelsea joins Newcastle in chase for Atalanta's Giorgio Scalvini
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Newcastle United faces competition from Chelsea in pursuit of Atalanta center-back Giorgio Scalvini. Both clubs are seen as front-runners for the 22-year-old, with Chelsea having recently entered the mix alongside Newcastle. Atalanta, open to selling the player due to financial issues, may accept offers around £40 million. Newcastle has expressed long-standing interest, previously preparing a bid of approximately £34 million. The team's recruitment has been challenging this summer, with former scouts advising caution in their pursuit of top targets amidst fierce competition from Premier League rivals.
- •Newcastle has had a difficult transfer window so far.
- •Scalvini made 30 appearances last season for Atalanta.
- •Chelsea's involvement complicates Newcastle's pursuit of Scalvini.
- •Atalanta is considering a sale due to financial concerns.
- •Scalvini has represented Italy on eight occasions.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Newcastle Risk Another Summer Blow as Rival Moves for Defensive Target: Report
"Newcastle United’s summer recruitment has already included several frustrating misses, and the club’s search for defensive reinforcements could now become another difficult battle before the window closes. According to Football Insider, Chelsea have joined Newcastle in the race for Atalanta center-back Giorgio Scalvini, with the two clubs currently regarded as joint front-runners for the 22-year-old […]
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