Ademola Lookman is not cheap, pay Ôé¼50m or leave it - Atalanta fires at Inter Milan
AFNEWS reporter
Jul 22, 2025
Ademola Lookman is not cheap, pay Ôé¼50m or leave it - Atalanta fires at Inter Milan
Atalanta has issued a strong warning to Inter Milan over Lookman's transfer fee
Atalanta has issued a strong warning to Inter Milan over Ademola Lookman's transfer fee
As reported by Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, Atalanta reportedly issuing a "take it or leave it" ultimatum over the deal's structure and valuation.
Despite Lookman's clear desire to make the move to the San Siro, the two clubs remain at an impasse.
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Atalanta, known for their shrewd transfer dealings, have flatly rejected Inter's initial Ôé¼40 million offer, primarily because it was structured as a loan with an obligation to buy.
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The Bergamo-based club has no intention of entertaining a loan formula and is pushing for an immediate, outright sale.
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Atalanta's valuation for the 27-year-old remains firm at Ôé¼50 million. This stance puts the ball squarely in Inter Milan's court, leaving their shrewd transfer strategists, Giuseppe Marotta and Piero Ausilio, with the task of crafting a revised bid that meets Atalanta's demands.
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Inter's preference for a loan with an obligation to buy is a common tactic in Serie A, often used to spread out payments or manage Financial Fair Play regulations.
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However, Atalanta's firm "outright sale only" policy for Lookman underscores their strong negotiating position, especially given his impressive performances and crucial contributions.
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Lookman, who has become a key player for Atalanta since his arrival, is a key asset, and La Dea are clearly determined to maximise his sale value.
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The coming days will reveal whether Marotta and Ausilio can find a formula to unlock this complex transfer and bring one of Nigeria's brightest talents to the Nerazzurri.
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