On July 2, 2025, Serie A outfit Atalanta made it clear that Nigerian international Ademola Lookman will only depart Bergamo this summer if clubs meet their hefty valuation of €45–50 million.
Instructing that no offers below €30 million will be entertained, the club aims to protect the transfer value of the 2024 African Footballer of the Year amid reported interest from Europe’s elite.
According to Punch Sports Extra, Atalanta’s board believes Lookman’s consistent performances—highlighted by his hat-trick in the 2024 Europa League final—justify the price tag . Italian newspaper Le Bombe di Vlad adds that despite inquiries from Arsenal, Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, and Napoli, none have submitted an acceptable bid. Barcelona’s approach reportedly fell short, while Arsenal, hunting for width, ranks Lookman third on their priority list.
“Atalanta have drawn a very clear line: Lookman will only leave Zingonia in the event of a major offer, well above €30 million,” the club stated. The valuation of between €45 million and €50 million reflects his 55 goals and 25 assists since 2022, including 20 goals and seven assists in the 2024/25 campaign. With two years remaining on his contract, Lookman has not pressed for a move and remains committed to head coach Ivan Juric’s project—though a substantial offer could sway his stance.
Sources also note that Atalanta have identified a replacement forward, removing any urgency to sell. Club executives insist Lookman remains central to their tactical plans, and only an unequivocal bid will prompt negotiations. As transfer windows close and European giants reassess budgets, all eyes will be on whether any suitor is prepared to meet Atalanta’s demands for the in-demand forward.
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