Atalanta has placed a substantial €50 million price tag on their promising goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi, as Arsenal continues to show strong interest in the 24-year-old Italian talent. The Premier League club has been actively scouting Carnesecchi in recent weeks, with Paris Saint-Germain also expressing interest in the young shot-stopper.

Carnesecchi, who is under contract with Atalanta until 2026, has been in impressive form this season. He has maintained nine clean sheets in 23 appearances across all competitions, conceding only 24 goals. His performances have caught the eye of top European clubs, with Arsenal leading the chase.

The Gunners are hoping to leverage their relationship with Alessandro Lucci, Carnesecchi’s agent, who also represents Riccardo Calafiori – a recent Arsenal signing from Bologna. This connection could potentially facilitate negotiations for Carnesecchi at the end of the current season.

Atalanta, currently involved in the Serie A title race following their Europa League triumph last season, has made it clear they have no intention of selling their key players during the January transfer window. The club’s director, Tony D’Amico, recently emphasized this stance, indicating that any potential moves for players like Carnesecchi would likely have to wait until the summer.

As Arsenal continues to monitor Carnesecchi’s progress, the high valuation set by Atalanta underscores the goalkeeper’s importance to the Italian club and his rising status in European football. The coming months will be crucial in determining whether Arsenal or any other suitors are willing to meet Atalanta’s asking price for their prized asset.