The Digest:
Turkish giants Galatasaray have launched a substantial transfer bid for Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, aiming to secure the unsettled Atalanta winger who remains open to a move after summer negotiations stalled.
Key Points:
- Galatasaray submitted a concrete offer described as "significant" for the Super Eagles attacker.
- Lookman remains under contract with Atalanta until 2027, earning €2.3 million annually.
- The Italian club values the 26-year-old at €50-55 million, including bonuses.
- Atalanta will only consider permanent deals or loans with mandatory purchase options.
- Lookman has reportedly been approved for the transfer pending club agreement.
- Similar discussions occurred in August but collapsed over financial terms.
- The forward has struggled to fully adapt since joining Atalanta from Leipzig.
Sources: Calciomercato, Score Nigeria
