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Ademola Lookman: Atalanta puts staggering ₦104bn price tag on Nigerian star amid Chelsea, Bayern Munich ties

Ademola Lookman has become one of Atalanta’s most sought-after players, with the club willing to sell him if their transfer demands are met, Soccernet.ng reports.

Nigerian international Lookman joined Atalanta two years ago after a disappointing spell at RB Leipzig in Germany. Atalanta paid just over €9 million for him. In the Bundesliga, Lookman managed just five goals and four assists in 22 games.

However, Lookman found his form in Italy, making an immediate impact by scoring on his Serie A debut against Sampdoria on 13 August 2022.

In his first season, he scored 13 league goals and provided six assists, winning the club’s Player of the Season award.

Lookman continued to shine in his second season, scoring 11 goals and providing seven assists, as his performances helped Atalanta qualify for the UEFA Champions League.

In the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen, Lookman scored a stunning hat-trick to lead Atalanta to a 3-0 victory, becoming the first African to score a hat-trick in a European final and giving Atalanta their first continental trophy.

Lookman’s value has increased dramatically due to his impressive performances.

According to Ilposticipo, Atalanta are asking €60 million (₦104.78 billion) for their star player.

Chelsea, Manchester United and Bayern Munich are among the clubs interested in the Super Eagles striker.

However, Lookman would like to return to England, where he previously played for Charlton, Fulham, Everton and Leicester City.

Atalanta are willing to negotiate with any club that accepts the asking price for Lookman.

This post was last modified on July 14, 2024 7:23 PM

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