Giorgio Scalvini Transfer Race Heats Up Between Tottenham and Chelsea

Atalanta centre‑back Giorgio Scalvini, 22, impressed in the 2025/26 season with three goals, one assist and 30 appearances after recovering from a serious ACL injury. Valued at roughly £42 million, the Italian defender has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs.

Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea are both in contention to sign him, with Newcastle United also mentioned as a possible bidder. Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi sees Scalvini’s ball‑playing abilities and defensive solidity as a fit for his aggressive setup, while Chelsea coach Xabi Alonso values the defender’s calm distribution and passing accuracy for his squad.

The competition is described as a high‑profile race, with both English clubs placing the player high on their shortlists as the summer transfer window approaches.