Atalanta has established its valuation for Ademola Lookman, indicating a willingness to consider Inter Milan`s proposal if it increases to €45 million, supplemented by an additional €5 million in easily attainable bonuses.
Known for their rigorous negotiation tactics, La Dea (Atalanta`s nickname) consistently insists on their terms for any player sale, and this particular transfer saga is proving no exception.
Initially, Atalanta sought a guaranteed sum of at least €50 million, leading to an immediate rejection of Inter`s opening bid of €40 million. However, this marked just the beginning of what is expected to be an extended negotiation period.
Potential Transfer to Inter Hinges on Agreed Price
Inter understood the necessity of raising their offer, and a potential compromise appears to be €45 million upfront, alongside €5 million in performance-based incentives that are readily achievable.
The structure of payments also requires careful consideration; the club aims to avoid excessively prolonged installments, which often leads to discussions around a loan-with-obligation-to-buy arrangement.
The possibility of an overseas club, such as Atletico Madrid, entering the fray to complicate negotiations remains a factor that cannot be disregarded.
Crucially, Inter has reportedly secured a full agreement on personal terms with Lookman, including a contract valued at €5 million annually plus performance bonuses. The remaining hurdle is now the transfer fee agreement with Atalanta.
