Driven by club consultant Fabio Paratici, Tottenham Hotspur are interested in making a move for Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman, according to talkSPORT.
It has been a summer of change for Tottenham, who parted ways with manager Ange Postecoglou just weeks after the Australian guided Spurs to Europa League success. Though he became the man to end the club’s 17-year trophy drought, staggeringly poor Premier League form was the leading factor in his departure.
In his place, Spurs appointed Thomas Frank, formerly of Brentford, who has overseen two wins and two clean sheets in the two Premier League games he has managed at the time of writing. A tactically astute manager, as proven in his time with the Bees, Spurs have made multiple signings to bolster Frank’s side.
Not including any permanent additions who previously spent time at Tottenham on loan, the Lilywhites have made three major signings for Frank. Holding midfielder Joao Palhinha has signed on a season-long loan from Bayern Munich, whilst Spurs have spent big on creative outlets Mohammed Kudus and Xavi Simons, the latter joining from RB Leipzig in a quickly-resolved deal.
With the 1st September transfer deadline fast approaching, Spurs remain in the market for further additions and according to recent reports, are keen on offering even more to their attack.
Spurs Pushing For Lookman
As per talkSPORT, Fabio Paratici, who will soon return to a role within the club, is the man behind Tottenham’s push for Ademola Lookman. The forward moved to Atalanta in 2022 and with consistent minutes, has developed into the player that his earlier potential suggested he could be.
Lookman, who scored a hat-trick for Atalanta in the 2024 Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen, is aiming to leave Bergamo before the deadline, according to talkSPORT, having fallen out with Atalanta's hierarchy. talkSPORT also reported that Inter Milan were keen on Lookman, but are “not expected” to increase their earlier bid.
Comfortable playing anywhere across the attacking line, Lookman, who has been called "world-class," would be an incredible addition for Frank, offering cover to both his strikers and wide players.
At 27 years old, Lookman is entering his prime as a player, having already been named African Footballer of the Year and being part of a Ballon d’Or shortlist. Whether a deal is agreed remains to be seen, but the forward would be a sensational signing for the Lilywhites if they get an agreement over the line.