Atalanta Talisman Rejects Atletico Madrid & Napoli – Only Wants Inter Milan
Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has turned down Atletico Madrid and Napoli, and is determined to make the move to Inter Milan.
This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews.
The 27-year-old is the Nerazzurri’s priority target in attack. They have been pushing for his signature for more than two weeks now.
And for his part, Lookman reportedly wants the move. He has already agreed personal terms with Inter.
The former RB Leipzig and Fulham forward is to earn around €4.5 million net per season on a five-year deal running until the end of June 2030 with Inter.
Lookman Turns Down Atletico & Napoli – Only Wants Inter
DUBLIN, IRELAND – MAY 22: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC bites their winner’s medal as he celebrates victory after the UEFA Europa League 2023/24 final match between Atalanta BC and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Dublin Arena on May 22, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
In fact, the Gazzetta dello Sport reports, Lookman has firmly rejected all other suitors.
There have been a couple other clubs to come forward.
Firstly, La Liga giants Atletico Madrid were initially keen to sign Lookman.
Then, from within Serie A, reigning champions Napoli have also approached the Nigerian.
However, the Gazzetta reports, Lookman has been unwavering in his stance. He only wants to join Inter, and he has been pushing Atalanta to agree a deal with the Nerazzurri.