Even though he was one of AltaS standout -player, Ademola Lookman have been found in the middle of the controversy after the team’s elimination from UEFA Champions League in the hands Club Brug. After receiving harsh criticism from the coach Gian Piero GasperiniThe Reports indicate that Lookman will leave Atalanta at the end of the season.
In the defeat 1-3 against Club Brugge, Lookman missed a penalty in the 60th minute, which received a public outbreak from Gasperini. “Ademola Lookman is one of the worst penalties I’ve ever seen“Said the Italian coach, asking why Lookman, rather than Mateo Rategui or Charles de Ketelaerehad taken the penalty. This led to a statement from the club.
According to Sports‘SACA table, Lookman will resign atalanta in the summer. An important factor behind this decision, and the growing discomfort in his camp, is Gasperini’s rejecting comments about Lookman’s role in the team.
In front of Atalanta’s Serie A Clash with Empoli, Gasperini spoke the growing tension around the club. “I Did not get the feeling that it was this great hassle; It was mostly a media issue“He said. “I almost feel that for some it can be advantageous to describe Atalanta as an environment that falls apart, but all this works against Atalanta, not just against me and lookman. My comment was not meant to be offensive to him. “
In response to the controversy, Lookman put in a strong performance against EmpoliPoints twice and earn MVP award. Although they remain a regular start for Atalanta, reports that Lookman now considers a return to the Premier League.
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Liverpool, Arsenal and Saudi Arabia see Lookman
Lookman’s performances, including a prominent hate trick in the UEFA Europa League final 2023-24 against Bayer Leverkusen, has received attention from several top clubs. With its departure from Atalanta looking more and more likely, Liverpool, Arsenal and Saudi Pro League are among the potential destinations for the edge.
Tavolieri reports it Liverpool has already been in contact with both Atalanta and Lookmanwith the club that sees him as a potential compensation for Mohamed is wrong. Arsenal has meanwhile made requests, but has not yet taken concrete steps compared to Liverpool.
While Saudi Pro League has not yet made an official attitude, Lookman has reportedly expressed his entourage that he would be open to moving to the league if the opportunity arises. With 29 performances, 17 goals and 7 assists so far this season with Atalanta, Lookman will undoubtedly be one of the most sought after players in the market for summer transfer in 2025.
