Ademola Lookman has rejoined Atalanta training, but his representatives are actively seeking a transfer to a club outside Italy. Reports indicate they have approached leading Premier League teams, including Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham, Manchester City, and Aston Villa.
The forward had initially targeted a move to Inter Milan. However, after Atalanta rejected a €45 million offer (including add-ons), Lookman reportedly went on strike, missing several weeks of training sessions.
With no agreement reached and Inter ultimately withdrawing their interest, Lookman was compelled to return to training today, though he is expected to be kept separate from the main squad.
Premier League Emerges as Key Option for Lookman
Image caption: TURIN, ITALY – MARCH 09: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta celebrates scoring his team’s fourth goal during the Serie A match between Juventus and Atalanta at the Allianz Stadium on March 09, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)
Atalanta had previously informed Lookman that a sale to a non-Italian club was preferable, to avoid strengthening direct Serie A rivals.
Consequently, TBR Football`s chief correspondent, Graeme Bailey, reports that the Nigerian international`s representatives have been in contact with numerous major Premier League clubs.
Image caption: epa11906162 Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman reacts after failing to score from the penalty spot during the UEFA Champions League knockout phase play-offs 2nd leg match between Atalanta BC and Club Brugge KV at the Bergamo Stadium in Bergamo, Italy, 18 February 2025. EPA-EFE/MICHELE MARAVIGLIA
Over the past two days, discussions have taken place with Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City, and Aston Villa to gauge their interest.
While Arsenal has frequently been linked with Lookman, they have not yet submitted any formal offer this summer.
Lookman, who will be 28 in October, enjoyed a strong previous season, contributing 20 goals and seven assists across 40 competitive matches.