Manchester United and Newcastle Battle for Atalanta’s Young Defender Scalvini

According to The Sun, Manchester United and Newcastle United are competing to secure the signature of Atalanta defender — Giorgio Scalvini.

The 21-year-old has attracted interest from several major clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur and multiple Serie A teams — with a transfer value estimated at €55 million.

Newcastle hopes the presence of Sandro Tonali — Scalvini’s national team colleague in Italy — could provide an advantage in transfer negotiations.

Scalvini has appeared in 107 matches for Atalanta — demonstrating solid defensive abilities with his 6’4″ frame. However, his injury history requires serious consideration:

• Shoulder surgery keeping him sidelined since January 2025
• Cruciate ligament injury limiting his appearances in the previous season

The Italian defender is known for his good anticipation — recording an average of 5.38 interceptions and 2.1 pressing recoveries per 90 minutes in the 2023-24 season.