Two years ago, Chelsea were in contact with the agent of Atalanti's right winger Marco Palestri, who was loaned to Cagliari, reports journalist Nikolo Skira.

It appears that the club from London has drawn on the minds of a potential transfer of the 21-year-old Italian. According to previous data, for the talent associated with her contract until the end of 2029, Atalanta is asking for 50-55 million euros.

At the same time, Palestra began to discuss the five-fold agreement with Inter, which is looking for a replacement for Denzel Dumfries (may join Real Madrid), as well as the proposal of the Milanese giant and the acquisitions of the club from Bergamo. Marco wants to leave Italy.

During the 2025/26 season, the flanker, a useful right-hander in defense, scored one goal and more than one assist in 37 Serie A matches for Cagliari.. In the spring of 2026, he made his debut for the Italian national team, taking part in two playoff matches in the selection of emergency situations.

It was previously reported that Chelsea were also interested in transferring the Newcastle United flanker.