Trattativa, contratto e valutazione.
Inter immediately got serious about getting ahead of their rivals, presenting an initial offer of 40 million plus bonuses for Marco Palestra, a winger born in 2005 owned by Atalanta.
The player's contract with Atalanta is long-term, expiring in 2028, a detail that strengthens the position of the Bergamo club in the negotiations.
Historically, dealing with the Bergamo club is never simple: the Percassi family's line has always been clear, especially when talking about young people with great prospects. Precisely for this reason, Inter also knows that it will take a long time and very precise conditions to reach an agreement on Marco Palestra. The difference compared to last year's negotiation for Ademola Lookman is precisely in the current climate: while that operation had been more complex and tense, today there is cautious optimism. Inter have already started the first contacts in advance and this reduces the risk of reaching an advanced stage with competition already unleashed or evaluations out of control.
The market valuation on Transfermarkt is currently around 30 million euros, but Atalanta's real request could be even higher given the player's potential.
Inter are studying the operation as a prospective investment, with the idea of anticipating the competition and locking in a young profile who is already ready for the leap into a big club. The return loan formula is also possible to encourage continuity of growth.
Perché l’Inter è interessata: il progetto tecnico
The Nerazzurri's interest arises from the need to rejuvenate and strengthen the external lanes with prospective Italian profiles. Palestra is considered an ideal player for Inter's technical project, thanks to his flexibility and ability to play multiple roles on the wing.
The management evaluates him as a potential long-term investment, in line with the club's strategy of introducing young talents.
Caratteristiche tecniche e fisiche
Marco Palestra is a modern winger, mainly used as a right back but also adaptable to the full flank. He has a good physical structure and great resistance. His strong points include his ball-and-foot progression and tactical discipline. In the defensive phase he is orderly and concentrated, while in the offensive phase he consistently accompanies the action. Guarantee of a profile with ample margins for growth.
Stagione e numeri
In the last season Palestra made around 25 appearances in total, accumulating important playing time for a player born in 2005.
The season's balance sheet shows 1 goal and 2 assists, limited numbers but consistent with the role and the development path. Its performances were appreciated above all for its reliability and continuity.
Inter fans can only hope that the club will be able to bring him to Milan: it would be an interesting investment for the future and an inclusion that would further enrich Cristian Chivu's squad for the 2026-27 season.