Ademola Lookman has had a fractious relationship with Atalanta for over a year. Subsequently, multiple clubs have been linked and Tottenham are one of those credited with wanting to end the Nigerian’s misery in Bergamo.
The 28-year-old has handed in a transfer request on two occasions, but a sale has never gone through. Former Atalanta manager Ivan Juric questioned his attitude and commitment two months ago.
More recently, Lookman nearly had an on-pitch scrap with the Croatian after he was taken off against Marseille. An exit is on the cards for the attacker. TuttoJuve report Lookman is seriously considering a January departure from Atalanta.
Tottenham are one of the clubs keeping a close eye on the former Fulham player. Competition is rising and Atletico Madrid are rushing to beat Spurs in the race.
According to the report, they are preparing a €60m offer and have made initial contact with Lookman’s entourage. Los Rojiblancos are keen on taking advantage of the tensions between the player and La Dea.
€60m claim may be an effort to push Tottenham
That claim may be a tactic from Atalanta to pressure Tottenham and others. Offering €60m, especially initially, appears over the top given the player’s situation.
Lookman’s Atalanta contract runs until summer 2027, there’s also the clear discipline worries. If Tottenham can get a bargain then it may be worth a gamble, but they probably won’t be pressured by these Atletico claims.