However, as our reporter Fabrizio Romano reveals, he could have ended up at Inter in the summer. The Nerazzurri were following the defender as Conte is a big fan of the player. In fact, there were even contacts between the two clubs to probe the ground.

 

Meanwhile, Roma were in negotiations for the player as well. Inter weren't too keen on investing the €25-30m required to bring in the defender, and thus didn't move forward as fast as the Giallorossi. Furthermore, the player decided to accept the offer of the latter.

 

Roma reached an agreement with Atalanta on a €2m paid loan with an obligation to buy set at €13m, plus an additional €8m in bonuses related to Mancini's performances. Now, he is worth much more than what was invested.