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Marco Palestra agrees personal terms with Manchester City for potential transfer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 3:35 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Marco Palestra agrees personal terms with Manchester City for potential transfer

Summary

Manchester City has reportedly reached a financial agreement for Atalanta defender Marco Palestra. The 21-year-old full-back has emerged as a top target after an impressive loan spell at Cagliari, where he was named Serie A Best Defender. While Palestra is drawn to Manchester City, Inter Milan is also pursuing him, and Atalanta specifies a valuation of €50 million plus €5 million in bonuses. A possible deal could be finalized this summer, depending on negotiations between the clubs.

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By the Numbers

•Marco Palestra is a 21-year-old right-back from Atalanta.
•City targets Palestra as they enhance their defense.
•Inter Milan remains interested and is pursuing the player.
•Atalanta values Palestra at €50 million plus €5 million in bonuses.
•A formal agreement depends on club negotiations this summer.

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3:35 PMYahoo Sports — From Italy: Atalanta defender reaches Manchester City agreement on personal terms

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