Ademola Lookman, who has now removed almost every post from his time at Atalanta, is, according to Corriere dello Sport, frustrated after Inter Milan’s bid for his signature was rejected.
Lookman wants Atalanta exit amid Inter snub
The Italian outlet suggests that while La Dea are open to selling the Nigerian forward, they have no intention of strengthening a domestic rival. That stance has left the Champions League finalists frustrated.
Despite this, the 2024 African Player of the Year still wants out. As reported by Fabrizio Romano:
“Ademola Lookman has now handed in a transfer request.
The Nigerian forward has officially asked Atalanta to leave the club after the Italian side rejected Inter’s opening bid.
Lookman wants to join Inter.”
Arsenal’s chance to hijack the deal?
Yes, Lookman reportedly prefers a move to Inter, but if Atalanta are unwilling to negotiate with them, that opens the door for another club. Could Arsenal take advantage?
After their underwhelming pre-season, particularly the 1-0 defeat to Spurs in the North London derby, many Gooners agree the left wing needs urgent attention. Lookman, already linked with Arsenal in the past, could now become a tempting option.
With Premier League experience and an impressive dribbling ability, the Nigerian international brings qualities that some believe Gabriel Martinelli has lacked in recent months, particularly in one-on-one situations. His pace, vision and finishing are arguably an upgrade.
Though highly versatile, Lookman is more than capable on the left. According to Transfermarkt, he has 29 goals in 100 appearances as a left winger, contributing to a total of 87 goals across 318 senior matches.
So, the ball is now in Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta’s court. While Arsenal focus on completing a deal for Eberechi Eze, a late swoop for Lookman might just be worth considering.
What do you think Gooners?
Daniel O
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I cannot forget how Arsenal badly needed to sign Zaha from Crystal Palace and they made it so difficult courtesy of their Coach then. We ended up wasting our Transfer period like that. I concur with anyone who is considering moving in for a cheaper option of Ademola if they are playing hard to get our own Eze. We need to be quick in signing one of the two. Otherwise by look of things we were lacking upfront during the Spurs game. We need to start off well esp when meeting Man U. Remember the 8-3 at the beginning of the Season? Do not underestimate Man U they are adjusting and regrouping well and very fast ready for the season opener.
I think you make a good point about Man Utd. What has surprised me is the level of their spending so far and the potential (according to reports) of even greater spending to come.
It’s likely that the team Arsenal will face at the beginning of next season will be a very different proposition to the shambles had last season. Amorim is no fool and, if he’s given the players, I think he’ll do a job there – although not in time for the game against Arsenal hopefully!
*shambles they