Serie A giants Inter Milan have not given up on their pursuit of Atalanta loanee Marco Palestra despite a high price tag.
According to Tuttosport via FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri still view the 20-year-old as an ideal defensive reinforcement.
Marco Palestra has established himself as one of Serie A’s best-performing wingbacks this season.
Indeed, the Italian youngster has thrived since joining Cagliari on a season-long loan in the summer.
Vital to Fabio Pisacane’s setup, Palestra has registered three assists across 14 league appearances this term.
Inter must find a suitable replacement for Denzel Dumfries, who could stay on the sidelines until March.
Indeed, the Dutchman faces a lengthy recovery from ankle surgery.
Furthermore, this might be his last season at San Siro, as recent rumors have linked him to a potential summer exit.
Therefore, the Nerazzurri are keen to sign a reliable long-term successor to the 29-year-old.
Palestra ticks all the boxes for the type of player Beppe Marotta is looking to recruit.
However, he won’t come cheap, with Atalanta valuing their rising star at €40 million.
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