Report – Atalanta Owned Wingback Remains The Only Target For Inter Milan | OneFootball

Serie A pacesetters Inter Milan have reportedly earmarked Marco Palestra as the only viable long-term replacement for Denzel Dumfries.

According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the San Siro giants have identified the 20-year-old as the Dutchman’s potential heir.

In addition to facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines, Denzel Dumfries could wave goodbye to Inter at the end of the season.

Indeed, the 29-year-old has recently changed his representatives, hinting at a potential summer exit amid an affordable €25m release clause.

Meanwhile, Inter have already begun their pursuit of a new wingback.

Inter Milan Set Sights on Marco Palestra as Only Viable Candidate to Replace Denzel Dumfries

CAGLIARI, ITALY – NOVEMBER 22: Marco Palestra of Cagliari and Vitinha of Genoa compete during the Serie A match between Cagliari Calcio and Genoa CFC at Stadio Sant’Elia on November 22, 2025 in Cagliari, Italy. (Photo by Enrico Locci/Getty Images)

Despite keeping close tabs on several players, including Genoa star Brooke Norton-Cuffy, Inter are keen to sign Marco Palestra.

At 20, the Italian youngster has already demonstrated his burgeoning talent in the early stages of his loan stint at Cagliari.

However, Palestra’s scintillating form at the Unipol Domus has attracted the attention of several top clubs, including Napoli.