Inter pessimistic about signing Marco Palestra as Chelsea prepares offer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 7:20 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Inter Milan's hopes of signing Marco Palestra from Atalanta have dimmed, with Chelsea reportedly preparing a competitive offer. Inter had initially been optimistic about securing the 21-year-old wing-back, but Chelsea's proposal includes a salary of around €5 million annually, significantly higher than Inter's €2.5 million offer. Additionally, Chelsea is set to make a formal bid to Atalanta, which could reach up to €55 million in fixed terms and bonuses. Inter previously believed they had the upper hand due to their Champions League prospects and the player's preference for their project. The situation now appears more favorable for Chelsea as they focus on securing Palestra's commitment.
- •Inter Milan was initially favored to sign Marco Palestra.
- •Chelsea's offer includes a salary double that of Inter's.
- •Chelsea is expected to make a formal bid up to €55 million.
- •Palestra's decision will also involve Atalanta's interests.
- •Inter's optimism is waning amid Chelsea's increasing bid.
- 7:25 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea agree deal to sign Marco Palestra after hijacking Inter Milan move
- 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Inter pessimistic about Marco Palestra and Chelsea now close in on wing-back
- 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — Why Chelsea still have a big chance of signing Atalanta’s Marco Palestra
"Chelsea have agreed a deal with Atalanta to sign right-back Marco Palestra, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.Inter Milan had been leading the race to sign Palestra before Chelsea swooped in to ...
"For quite a while, it felt like Marco Palestra would stay in Serie A join Inter from Atalanta. But Chelsea seem to have stolen the march.Gianluca Di Marzio has reported that Inter are now pessimistic ...
"For many days, it has seemed like Marco Palestra was going to stay in Serie A and Inter were making big progress to sign him. But now, Chelsea appear to be very much in the race.La Gazzetta dello Spor...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 7:25 AMChelsea agree deal to sign Marco Palestra after hijacking Inter Milan move
Chelsea have agreed a deal with Atalanta to sign right-back Marco Palestra, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.Inter Milan had been leading the race to sign Palestra before Chelsea swooped in to ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 23, 2026, 7:20 PMInter pessimistic about Marco Palestra and Chelsea now close in on wing-back
For quite a while, it felt like Marco Palestra would stay in Serie A join Inter from Atalanta. But Chelsea seem to have stolen the march.Gianluca Di Marzio has reported that Inter are now pessimistic ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 23, 2026, 6:50 PMWhy Chelsea still have a big chance of signing Atalanta’s Marco Palestra
For many days, it has seemed like Marco Palestra was going to stay in Serie A and Inter were making big progress to sign him. But now, Chelsea appear to be very much in the race.La Gazzetta dello Spor...
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