Chelsea targets Atalanta centre-back Giorgio Scalvini for transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Chelsea has entered the competition for Atalanta centre-back Giorgio Scalvini, as reported on August 2. The club has long admired the 22-year-old and is preparing to submit an official proposal. Atalanta values Scalvini at around £42 million, although Newcastle is reportedly considering a lower bid. Scalvini has expressed a desire to play in the Premier League, which may aid negotiations. Chelsea recently signed Maxence Lacroix as they consider further bolstering their defense following potential player departures.
- •Chelsea is interested in Giorgio Scalvini from Atalanta.
- •Scalvini is valued at approximately £42 million by Atalanta.
- •Newcastle is considering an opening bid of around £34 million.
- •Scalvini made 30 appearances for Atalanta last season.
- •Chelsea aims to address potential departures with new signings.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea join race for Italian centre-back Giorgio Scalvini
"Chelsea have joined the race for Atalanta centre-back Giorgio Scalvini, according to The Sun.The Blues have admired the Italian centre-back for a long time but have never formalised their interest wit...
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