Atalanta have turned down an initial €40 million bid from Inter Milan for Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, insisting on a higher valuation for the in-demand striker.
Renowned football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the development in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating:
“Inter (Milan) informed Atalanta about their opening €40m bid for Ademola Lookman, while Atalanta insist on fee at least reaching €50m.”
Romano added that Lookman is eager to leave this summer and is hopeful the club will support his exit. However, Atalanta remain firm in their stance and are unwilling to sanction a move to another Serie A side at the current offer.
“Lookman wants to leave and hope club will facilitate his exit but Atalanta keep their position on no green light to Italian clubs at €40m,” he wrote.
Lookman, 27, played a crucial role in Atalanta’s Europa League triumph last season, scoring a memorable hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen.
Inter Milan are expected to return with an improved offer in the coming days as they look to secure the services of the Nigeria international ahead of the new season.
