Newcastle United have reportedly scouted Atalanta’s young defender, Marco Palestra.
The 21-year-old right-back is currently on loan at Cagliari.
Liverpool Show Strong Interest in Palestra
Liverpool are making “serious preparations” to secure Palestra’s signing in the upcoming summer transfer window. The English club view Palestra as a solution to strengthen squad depth and possibly as a long-term replacement option.
The transfer fee is expected to be around €45 million should the deal go through.
Liverpool’s interest comes as Jeremie Frimpong and Conor Bradley have struggled with persistent injury problems this season. Liverpool needs more reliability in that area of the pitch.
Signing the 21-year-old right back could be a wise decision for them, as Palestra has five goal contributions this season.
Tottenham and Newcastle Also Monitoring Situation
The Premier League is seen as the most concrete destination for Palestra’s future.
Tottenham and Newcastle have “scouted him in several matches”.
Inter, Juventus, and Tottenham have also placed the young defender on their radar. Inter are preparing a bid of around €35 million for the summer, after backing away in January due to complications with his loan status. Atalanta’s interest in Carlos Augusto could help smooth negotiations for Palestra.
Liverpool Considered Frontrunners
Despite interest from other clubs, Liverpool is considered the strongest candidate financially. The club see Palestra as both an immediate reinforcement and a long-term investment. He has already shown consistency in Serie A despite his age.
Palestra is emerging as one of the standout defensive targets of the summer transfer window. If Liverpool is willing to meet the €45 million valuation, the young right-back could step into the Premier League.
Inter’s lower bid and the interest from other clubs add intrigue to the situation, but Liverpool remains the most likely destination both financially and competitively.