Ademola Lookman: which options for the Super Eagle?

For two, even three seasons now, Ademola Lookman has been one of the benchmark players in his position in Europe. Last season, the Super Eagle once again carried La Dea. Unsurprisingly, the 27-year-old is in demand everywhere. And he has to make a decision about his future, as the suitors are numerous and heavyweight. As for Atalanta, the club are open to losing their forward and are asking for 40 million euros as a transfer fee.

FC Barcelona and Atlético Madrid in the mix

Since the failed pursuit of Nico Williams, FC Barcelona have been scouring the market for a new left winger. Several names have been linked in Catalonia in recent days, among them Luis Diaz, Marcus Rashford and Ademola Lookman. According to Diario SPORT, the Super Eagle's profile strongly appeals to the Barça coach, Hansi Flick. An offer could soon be made to Atalanta.

FC Barcelona are not the only club interested in Ademola Lookman in Spain. Atlético Madrid are also in the running. The Colchoneros have made him their priority, in fact. They are pushing to sign the London-born player this summer. But the Madrid club must sell another attacking player before moving for the Nigerian.

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Inter Milan in pole position

At present, the hottest lead is Inter Milan. Ademola Lookman looks set to stay and continue his career in Serie A, the league where he came of age. After initial contact between the two parties, the Nigeria international has given the Nerazzurri his agreement. According to Fabrizio Romano, they will submit an offer to Atalanta Bergamo in the coming days.

Inter Milan are entering a new era. Following the hammering they took in the Champions League final, the departure of Simone Inzaghi, the arrival of Cristian Chivu in the dugout and a last-16 exit from the Club World Cup, the club's executives want to reshape the squad. On the left of the attack, the Lombards' priority remains Ademola Lookman, the very player who tormented a host of defenders in Italy last season with a total of 15 goals and 5 assists in 31 Serie A appearances.

Sport News Africa's view

Inter Milan are in pole position to sign him. Inter Milan are the best possible destination for Ademola Lookman. At 27, the Nigeria international needs a project that suits his qualities and gives him game time. At the Nerazzurri, he is wanted by the club's decision-makers and will be placed at the heart of the project. With an attacking trio of Lookman, Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez, the Milan club will be a frightening prospect. The Atalanta Bergamo left winger will also thrive. On top of that, he knows Italian football very well and no longer needs time to adapt.

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Ademola Lookman is not cut out to play at Atlético Madrid, where defensive football is the order of the day. At FC Barcelona, the competition in attack is fierce. A starting place would not be guaranteed.