Atalanta forward Charles De Ketelaere has revealed that he held preliminary discussions with Paris Saint-Germain during the summer transfer window. The Ligue 1 champions ultimately prioritised a swoop for Ferran Torres from Barcelona, with the Italian outfit also standing firm on an exorbitant valuation that deterred several interested suitors.
Juventus released a stern statement condemning sections of their support who disrupted a minute of silence honouring Italian football icon Sandro Mazzola ahead of Sunday's 2-0 win over Atalanta. The pre-match tribute was marred when fans in the Curva Sud turned away and chanted, prompting swift rebukes from both the club and opposing manager Maurizio Sarri.
Maurizio Sarri has launched a sensational attack on the use of VAR in Serie A, suggesting the technology should be scrapped entirely following a controversial afternoon in Turin. The Atalanta boss was left fuming after his side were denied a penalty during their 2-0 defeat to Juventus, marking a third consecutive loss for the Bergamo outfit.
Juventus produced a tactical masterclass to defeat Atalanta 2-0 at the Allianz Stadium. Goals from Francisco Conceicao and Gleison Bremer ensured the three points stayed in Turin.
Maurizio Sarri has opened up on his difficult memories of managing Juventus as he prepares to face his former club with Atalanta. The veteran coach also revealed that Chelsea provided the only positive start of his career as he asks for patience to implement his new tactical system.
Jonathan Rowe has outlined his burning ambition to earn a coveted call-up to the England squad following his blockbuster transfer to Atalanta. The winger insists that representing his country has been a lifelong aspiration, and he firmly believes that starring in Serie A and European competition for his new club will provide the perfect platform to finally achieve it.
Franck Kessie has officially broken his silence on the decision to reject a lucrative move to Juventus in favour of a romantic return to Atalanta. The Ivorian powerhouse, who returns to Bergamo nearly a decade after his departure, revealed that his heart ultimately dictated his next move following his departure from the Saudi Pro League.
Chelsea have secured one of the most exciting young talents in European football after reaching an agreement to sign Honest Ahanor from Atalanta. The 18-year-old defender is regarded as a future pillar of the Italian national team and represents the latest significant investment by the Stamford Bridge hierarchy.
For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.
Chelsea are reportedly on the verge of securing a major summer transfer for Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor, with negotiations advancing rapidly towards a lucrative agreement. The highly-rated Italy youth international is expected to become the latest promising talent to arrive at Stamford Bridge, as the London club continue their aggressive recruitment strategy to build for the future.
Atalanta midfielder Ederson has finally spoken out regarding the collapse of his highly anticipated transfer to Manchester United. Despite a deal being agreed between the clubs, the move fell through at the final hurdle following a controversial medical assessment.
Former Juventus midfielder Alessio Tacchinardi believes the Bianconeri possess a stronger squad than most Serie A rivals following their summer transfer window activity. However, he insists title rivals Inter and Napoli still hold a distinct advantage ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Atalanta have rejected a €20m offer from Fulham for wing-back Raoul Bellanova after manager Maurizio Sarri deemed the 26-year-old defender indispensable to his squad. The Cottagers are the latest Premier League outfit to see their approach rebuffed, with Everton also failing with an earlier attempt for the versatile Italy international this summer.
Chelsea have reportedly joined the race to sign highly-rated Atalanta centre-back Giorgio Scalvini as Xabi Alonso looks to reshape his backline at Stamford Bridge. The Blues have already initiated contact with the Italian's representatives to determine the financial requirements of a potential summer switch to west London.
Atalanta are considering cashing in on Charles De Ketelaere following his standout performances at the World Cup, with Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain expressing interest. The Serie A side have slapped a €50 million valuation on the Belgian playmaker as European giants prepare to battle for his signature during the summer window.
AC Milan are ready to launch a sensational swoop for Atalanta midfielder Ederson after his projected move to Manchester United collapsed at the final hurdle. The 27-year-old Brazilian has emerged as the dream signing for new Milan head coach Rúben Amorim, who is eager to keep the highly rated central midfielder in Serie A.
Another summer, another Chelsea move for a high-potential, young star. This one, though, might just be different. The Blues sprung into life to hijack Inter's move for Atalanta prospect Marco Palestra, who has become the first signing of the Xabi Alonso era in a deal worth a cool €55 million (£47m/$62m).
Chelsea have officially confirmed the signing of Italian international Marco Palestra from Atalanta in a deal worth a reported £47 million. The 21-year-old defender becomes the first major acquisition of the Xabi Alonso era at Stamford Bridge as the Blues look to overhaul their squad following a difficult season.
Chelsea have moved swiftly to secure their first major signing of the summer, reportedly reaching a £47 million agreement for Atalanta’s rising star Marco Palestra. The 21-year-old Italy international has chosen Stamford Bridge over a move to Inter Milan, handing new manager Xabi Alonso a significant boost ahead of his debut campaign in west London.