Marco Palestra set for Chelsea medical and contract signing in London

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Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Marco Palestra set for Chelsea medical and contract signing in London
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Marco Palestra is traveling to London to finalize his transfer from Atalanta to Chelsea. He is expected to undergo a medical and sign a six-year contract with the Premier League club. Chelsea's swift negotiations reportedly outpaced interested rival Inter Milan, who also sought the highly rated Italian wing-back. Palestra recently enjoyed success at Cagliari, where he was named Serie A defender of the season. This move marks a significant step in Palestra's career as he transitions to the Premier League.

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  • Palestra will undergo a medical in London soon.
  • Chelsea will sign him to a six-year contract.
  • Palestra was awarded Serie A defender of the season.
  • Chelsea outmaneuvered Inter in securing the transfer.
  • Atalanta will benefit from a lucrative deal.
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Marco Palestra is set to fly to London in order to sign the paperwork and undergo his medical ahead of his transfer from Atalanta to Premier League side Chelsea.According to reports from Sky, via FCIn...

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