The Digest:
The transfer saga surrounding Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has intensified, with Atalanta now demanding a steep €55m for his services. Despite the 27-year-old’s clear desire to join Inter Milan, Atalanta’s resolve remains firm. This impasse highlights the tension between a player’s ambition and a club’s financial strategy. The situation underscores how deeply rooted a player can become to a club, even in the face of change.
Key Points:
- Atalanta has now set a €55m asking price for the Nigerian forward.
- Lookman is reportedly keen to force a move to Serie A rivals Inter Milan.
- The player has cleared his locker and refused to participate in training sessions.
- Inter Milan has already seen three offers for Lookman rejected by Atalanta.
- The Italian club has withdrawn their latest bid due to Atalanta’s firm stance.
- Lookman's agents have returned to Italy to help soften Atalanta's position.
- Atalanta is unfazed, having already secured a replacement for the star forward.
Sources: Soccernet.ng, Sportitalia