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Tottenham Hotspur have fallen behind both Chelsea and Newcastle United in the race to sign Atalanta centre-back Giorgio Scalvini, with a new report in Football Insider stating that Spurs are being “a little more cautious with their money” in the closing weeks of the summer transfer window.
Marcos Senesi and Jan Paul van Hecke have already arrived at Tottenham this summer, bolstering Roberto De Zerbi’s options at the back. The context behind the Scalvini interest, however, is Cristian Romero’s expected departure over the coming weeks, with De Zerbi having already confirmed he will not attempt to talk his club captain into staying. That looming exit is understood to be why Spurs reached out to Atalanta over the 22-year-old Italian international, even if they are not currently the frontrunners in the race to sign him.
Newcastle and Chelsea ahead of Tottenham for Giorgio Scalvini
Football Insider’s report confirms Tottenham’s interest in Scalvini but reveals that both Newcastle United and Chelsea have also expressed interest in the defender, with the outlet stating both clubs are “slightly ahead” of Spurs in the race. Tottenham are described as “one step behind” in their pursuit, a gap attributed directly to their more cautious approach to spending as the window enters its final weeks.
Newcastle and Chelsea have already made contact with Scalvini himself, and it is currently considered “an open race” between the two clubs. Neither side has yet held talks with Atalanta directly over a fee, meaning the situation remains fluid and could shift quickly depending on which club moves first to open formal negotiations with the Serie A side.
Why Giorgio Scalvini is increasingly likely to leave Atalanta
Atalanta are reportedly reluctant to lose their young centre-back, but with three Premier League clubs now showing genuine interest, Football Insider states it is becoming increasingly difficult for the Serie A club to hold onto their star man. Scalvini is described as “increasingly likely” to leave Bergamo this summer, with the Premier League emerging as his most probable next destination.
Atalanta, however, are determined to conduct any sale on their own terms. The club have made clear they will only entertain offers that meet their £40 million valuation of the player, meaning whichever club ultimately wins the race will need to be prepared to meet that figure in full rather than negotiate it down. For Tottenham, with Romero’s exit edging closer and their more conservative spending approach this summer, the question is whether they are willing to match that valuation before Newcastle or Chelsea move first.
Giorgio Scalvini Tottenham transfer FAQs
Are Tottenham signing Giorgio Scalvini?
Tottenham have made contact with Atalanta over Giorgio Scalvini but are currently “one step behind” both Newcastle United and Chelsea in the race, according to Football Insider. Spurs are described as being more cautious with their spending in the final weeks of the transfer window.
How much does Giorgio Scalvini cost?
Atalanta value Giorgio Scalvini at £40 million and have made clear they will only sell if that valuation is met in full.
Which clubs are interested in Giorgio Scalvini?
Tottenham, Newcastle United and Chelsea have all shown interest in Giorgio Scalvini this summer. Newcastle and Chelsea have already made contact with the player directly and are considered to be ahead of Tottenham in the race.
Why are Tottenham interested in a new centre-back?
Tottenham’s interest in defensive reinforcements comes with Cristian Romero expected to depart the club over the coming weeks. Manager Roberto De Zerbi has confirmed he will not try to convince his captain to stay, prompting Spurs to look at options including Giorgio Scalvini despite already signing Marcos Senesi and Jan Paul van Hecke this summer.
Will Giorgio Scalvini leave Atalanta this summer?
Giorgio Scalvini is considered increasingly likely to leave Atalanta this summer given the growing interest from Premier League clubs, though Atalanta remain reluctant to sell and are holding firm on their £40 million valuation.