Ademola Lookman, the talented Nigerian forward, has become a primary attacking target for Inter Milan. However, the Nerazzurri face significant competition from Spanish giants Atletico Madrid, who have recently held extensive discussions regarding his potential transfer.
Atletico Madrid`s Ongoing Pursuit of Lookman
BERGAMO, ITALY – FEBRUARY 18: Simon Mignolet of Club Brugge KV dives as Ademola Lookman of Atalanta shoots and misses from the penalty spot during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Knockout Play-off second leg match between Atalanta BC and Club Brugge KV at Gewiss Stadium on February 18, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Scaccianoce/Getty Images)
Atletico Madrid maintains its keen interest in Atalanta`s prominent striker, Lookman. Despite currently being deeply involved in negotiations to sign Thiago Almada, the Spanish club has consistently continued its efforts to secure the Atalanta forward.
VILLARREAL, SPAIN – APRIL 01: Diego Simeone, Head Coach of Atletico Madrid, looks on prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Villarreal CF and Atletico Madrid at Estadio de la Ceramica on April 01, 2024 in Villarreal, Spain. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images)
Reports indicate that Atalanta has set a substantial transfer fee of €50 million for Lookman.
Lookman`s Impact at Atalanta and Inter Milan`s Ambitions
EMPOLI, ITALY – FEBRUARY 23: Davide Zappacosta celebrates after scoring a goal with Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC during the Serie A match between Empoli and Atalanta at Stadio Carlo Castellani on February 23, 2025 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)
Since joining La Dea in 2022, Lookman has proven to be an invaluable asset, having scored an impressive 52 goals in 118 matches across all competitions for the Bergamo-based club.
Inter Milan considers Lookman their top priority for reinforcing their attacking lineup. Coach Cristian Chivu is particularly eager to sign a creative forward of Lookman`s caliber to further strengthen their formidable attacking department, which for the 2025-26 season is projected to include Lautaro Martinez, Marcus Thuram, Francesco Pio Esposito, and Ange-Yoan Bonny.
