Atalanta’s President Declares Ademola Lookman Not for Sale
Atalanta's President Declares Ademola Lookman Not for Sale in January Transfer Window.
Ademola Lookman to Remain at Atalanta Despite Interest from European Giants
Atalanta President Antonio Percassi has firmly stated that Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman will not be sold during the January transfer window, despite growing interest from elite European clubs such as PSG, Manchester United, and Real Madrid. This declaration underscores Atalanta’s commitment to retaining one of their key players as they aim for Serie A glory.
Lookman’s Stellar Performance Draws Transfer Attention
Ademola Lookman’s transfer news has dominated headlines due to his outstanding performances this season. The 2024 CAF Player of the Year nominee has delivered impressive stats, scoring eight goals and four assists in 12 Serie A matches, with a total of 10 goals and five assists across all competitions. His stoppage-time winner against AC Milan further highlighted his value to the club.
Atalanta’s Stance on Lookman’s Future
Antonio Percassi reaffirmed their strategy:
“Our plan is not to change anything in the January window.”
Lookman’s current contract runs until 2026, and Atalanta is working on a contract extension with a substantial salary increase to keep him in Bergamo for as long as possible.
Lookman Focused on Team Success
Despite the interest from PSG, Manchester United, and Real Madrid, Lookman remains committed to Atalanta’s goals. After their recent victory over AC Milan, Lookman emphasized team unity:
“We believe in ourselves as a team, so we continue like this and stay together.”
A Rising Star in European Football
Since his €15m move in 2022, Lookman’s value has soared to €60–€70m, a figure considered reasonable by top clubs. His achievements, including a historic Europa League final hat-trick against Bayer Leverkusen and a 14th-place finish in the 2024 Ballon d’Or rankings, solidify his reputation as one of Europe’s rising stars.
Atalanta’s determination to keep Ademola Lookman could significantly impact their push for the Scudetto and their Champions League campaign.
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