Chelsea could break £48m Palestra number after transfer target signs new contract

Chelsea and other Premier League clubs are monitoring the progress of young defender Giorgio Scalvini, who is set to sign a new long-term contract with Atalanta. The 22-year-old center-back has made a remarkable recovery from an ACL injury, and his recent performance has raised eyebrows in the football world. TeamTalk reports that Chelsea's interest in the talented Italian defender remains steadfast, despite his new contract, which could potentially increase his value.

Newcastle United has previously shown interest in Scalvini, but Chelsea is not ruling out a move for the rising star in the coming summer. The club's previous signing of Marco Palestra, another promising Italian defender, suggests that they are actively seeking new talent to bolster their squad. If Scalvini continues to excel at the highest level, he could command a transfer fee well above the £48 million they paid for Palestra.