“Inter Milan” faces the threat of “Manchester City”.

Manchester City could enter the transfer market for Marco Palestra, which could confuse the accounts Inter Milan Trying to sign the young Italian full-back, according to transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio.

According to the report, Inter Milan’s interest in the 21-year-old has intensified as the club consider a bid of around €40 million for his services following a remarkable season at Cagliari on loan from Atalanta in the 2025-26 season.

Palestra is expected to return to Atalanta in the summer transfer window, but his future at the club is still undecided with interest from a number of big-name European clubs after emerging as one of the hottest talents in the Italian league this season.

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Di Marzio has indicated that Inter’s plans could face a major setback if Manchester City enter the line of negotiations, especially if there is a technical change at the English club with the arrival of Enzo Maresca instead. Pep Guardiola A script to lead a team that can rearrange citizens’ priorities.

If Manchester City enters the race, Marco Balestra’s price could rise to 50-60 million euros, which could complicate the task. Inter Milan While meeting the financial demands of Atalanta.

Although Pep Guardiola’s contract with Manchester City runs until June 2027, his future is still up for debate as media outlets including Fabrizio Romano say Enzo Maresca is the top name on the shortlist to replace him at the next round.

Notably, Palestra had a standout season as he scored one goal and scored four goals in 36 appearances in various competitions, as well as making his debut for Italy’s senior national team last March.

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