Man Utd eye Atalanta defender Giorgio Scalvini

United boss Michael Carrick could switch transfer focus to a new centre-back with the window closing.

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What happened. Manchester United have shown interest in Atalanta defender Giorgio Scalvini, according to The Telegraph.

• Scalvini is 22 years old.
• He has made 137 appearances for Atalanta.
• United have previously scouted the player.

United have yet to make a defensive signing this summer, with the window closing soon.

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