Ademola Lookman Requests Transfer From Atalanta Amid Inter Milan Interest

Ademola Lookman has asked to leave Atalanta after the club turned down another bid from Inter Milan. This has created doubts about his future with the club.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has requested a transfer from Atalanta. This comes after the team rejected a better offer from Inter Milan. Atalanta said no to Inter’s proposal of €40 million plus €3 million in add-ons; they want around £44 million ($53 million) for the 27-year-old player, which reflects their tough negotiation stance as confirmed by recent reports.

Lookman has agreed to personal terms with Inter and has removed Atalanta content from his social media. Tensions are rising between him and the club according to a previous update.

THE SITUATION AT ATALANTA AND INTER

Lookman was a key player for Atalanta last season, scoring 13 goals and providing 8 assists in 31 league appearances. Atalanta finished 3rd in Serie A, qualifying for the Champions League next season according to confirmed statistics.

Inter Milan finished 2nd in the Serie A last season behind Napoli and want to strengthen their roster as they seek to reclaim their league title after finishing second as reported previously. Atalanta’s hardline negotiation stance is also influenced by financial commitments to RB Leipzig, who are set to benefit from any profit made from Lookman’s sale.

WHAT NEXT FOR LOOKMAN, ATALANTA, AND INTER?

With Lookman wanting to leave, the focus is on whether Inter will raise their offer to meet Atalanta’s asking price. Right now, Atalanta’s pre-season plans are disrupted by the uncertainty surrounding one of their key players.

Atalanta will start their new Serie A season against Pisa, while Inter will play against Torino. Both clubs will be closely watched as negotiations continue.