Breaking: Liverpool and Arsenal Eye Stunners as They Eye Atalanta Star Lookman
The summer transfer window is hotting up, and two of England’s biggest clubs are set to shake things up with a surprise move for Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman. According to reports, both Liverpool and Arsenal are considering a bid for the Nigeria international, who has been tearing it up in Serie A over the past two seasons.
Lookman’s stock has risen significantly since joining Atalanta in 2022, with the 26-year-old winger scoring 24 goals in the last two Serie A seasons. He’s a left winger, but right-footed, which means he can play on either flank if required. His heroics in last season’s Europa League final, where he scored a hat-trick in Atalanta’s 3-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen, have certainly caught the attention of European clubs.
Arsenal are believed to have offered €50 million for Lookman, but Atalanta are holding out for a valuation of between €65 and €70 million. The Gunners may need to sweeten the deal, and defender Jakub Kiwior could be included as part of a swap deal. Liverpool, meanwhile, are credited with an interest in the winger, which could make for an intriguing transfer tussle.
A move to either Liverpool or Arsenal would be a major coup for Lookman, who would gain from playing in the Premier League. It would also strengthen a key area of both sides, with Mikel Arteta keen to acquire competition for Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli.
So, what do you think, 90min.com readers? Should Liverpool or Arsenal swoop for Lookman, and will they be able to meet Atalanta’s valuation? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
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