According to reports, Manchester United must spend over £51.7 million to get Giorgio Scalvini, a defender for Atalanta. Raphael Varane’s contract has a one-year extension option, but the Red Devils have decided not to activate it. Because of this, he is probably going to sign for free in the summer, and Harry Maguire’s fate is also uncertain.

Scalvini is one of the options that United has identified as a potential defender, according to Sports Italia (via Metro). With 21 appearances in all competitions this season, the Italian defender has excelled for Atalanta. He has also provided an assist and a goal in this season.

If Manchester United wishes to sign Scalvini, they will need to spend about £51.7 million because his Atalanta contract expires in 2028. Additionally, they could have to fight with AC Milan and Juventus for his services, however the cost could turn off the Italian teams.

Atalanta is presently four points behind Fiorentina in sixth position in Serie A, where they are part of a top-four competition. Therefore, unless a team is able to pay a large sum, they probably prefer to hold onto Scalvini till the conclusion of the season.

The defender, who attended Atalanta’s academy, has already played in 76 senior games. During the UEFA Nations League, he made his professional debut in June 2022 and has since collected seven caps for Italy.

Aaron Ramsdale to leave Arsenal

Goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale might depart Arsenal in January, according to a former Chelsea goalie, with Manchester United becoming a potential destination. Schwarzer stated to Optus Sports (via Caught Offside) that he thinks Ramsdale ought to depart Arsenal in January.

He said, “But if he didn’t go to Chelsea, where else is there for Ramsdale? There’s Manchester United, which I think would also be an excellent destination for him.”