Giorgio Scalvini has signed a new Atalanta contract following a summer of Newcastle United transfer speculation.
Atalanta confirmed the extension on Sunday, strengthening their position over a defender repeatedly linked with a move to St James’ Park.
The announcement confirms that the 22-year-old has committed his future to the Italian club. Atalanta did not disclose the length of the new agreement in their statement.
Giorgio Scalvini Newcastle links followed by contract extension
Newcastle’s reported interest featured throughout the summer, including July claims that a deal worth around €45million was advancing.
Those reports did not lead to a completed transfer.
Football Italia reported earlier this month that Scalvini had agreed fresh terms following Newcastle’s interest. The outlet described Atalanta’s position as firm, with the centre-back considered unavailable for sale.
Sunday’s announcement has now made the renewal official.
Scalvini joined Atalanta’s academy in 2015 and has made 144 senior appearances, according to the club.
What the new deal means for Newcastle
A contract extension does not rule out a future transfer. However, it gives Atalanta greater control over any negotiations if Newcastle or another club makes an approach.
It also provides a clear update to the summer speculation: Scalvini remains in Bergamo with a renewed commitment to his current club.
Neither the announcement nor the earlier contract report confirms a fresh Newcastle bid or January agreement. Any suggestion of a renewed pursuit would require further evidence.
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