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The Digest:

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is reportedly urging his Nigerian international teammate, Ademola Lookman, to leave Atalanta and join him at Turkish giants Galatasaray. Citing reports from the Italian press, Osimhen has personally called Lookman to convince him to make the move, as the winger's relationship with his current club remains strained following a failed transfer in the summer.

Key Points:
  • Victor Osimhen is pushing for Galatasaray to sign Ademola Lookman from Atalanta.
  • Osimhen reportedly called Lookman, telling him to "Come to Galatasaray and be happy here!"
  • Lookman has struggled for playing time after a fallout with Atalanta's hierarchy.
  • He was ostracized by the club after going on strike over a failed move to Inter Milan.
  • The winger recently scored his first goal of the season against AC Milan.
  • Galatasaray is seeking attacking reinforcements for the January transfer window.
  • A transfer depends on the two clubs reaching a financial agreement.
This personal intervention highlights the influential role star players often assume in modern transfers, as Osimhen actively campaigns to reshape his club's attack with a familiar and talented international partner.

Sources: Soccernet, Score Nigeria