Newcastle United Step up Chase for Atalanta’s Giorgio Scalvini

Newcastle United want to sign Atalanta’s top defender Giorgio Scalvini. Many clubs want him, but Newcastle hope he can be a future star for them.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Newcastle have chosen Giorgio Scalvini as their top choice to improve their defense. Scalvini, who is 21, might replace older players Dan Burn and Fabian Schar, who recently extended their contracts. Newcastle have talked to Atalanta but with many teams interested, it’s tough. They hope to pay around £30 million. Last year, they wanted to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, but it didn’t work out.

Newcastle United recently extended contracts for Fabian Schär, Emil Krafth, and Dan Burn.

RISING STAR WITH EUROPEAN INTEREST

Scalvini is one of Serie A’s top young defenders. Last season, he injured his knee, causing him to play in only eight games. Even with this injury, clubs across Europe are interested in him. Newcastle really want him and believe he can be a new star for them this summer. Atalanta finished 3rd in Serie A last season, qualifying for the Champions League. However, with many teams wanting Scalvini, they face a big choice.

Atalanta finished 3rd in Serie A last season, qualifying for the Champions League.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR NEWCASTLE AND SCALVINI?

Newcastle ended as 5th in the Premier League last season, qualifying for European competitions. Now, they want to strengthen their squad before the new season, where they will start against West Ham. Bringing Scalvini to the team might fix their weak defense, helping them do better in the league and return to European matches. If Atalanta let Scalvini go, it could create challenges, but they could use the transfer money on new players. Everyone is watching to see if Newcastle can secure Scalvini before other teams.

Last season, Newcastle United ended in 7th place in the Premier League.