Several top clubs, including FC Barcelona, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United, are keeping an eye on 20-year-old right-back Marco Palestro from Atalanta, who is currently on loan at Cagliari this season. This information was reported by Caught Offside.

The source also mentions that the Italian player has attracted interest from Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid. It’s noted that Palestro’s current transfer value is estimated between €35 million and €40 million, but Atalanta is in no rush to offload the defender.

So far this season, Palestro has featured in 14 matches across all competitions, contributing with three assists. According to data from Transfermarkt, his market value is pegged at €8.5 million.

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