Premier League giants Chelsea and Liverpool are both willing to fork out €75 million to sign Atalanta star Ademola Lookman.
According to a report from Fichajes, Chelsea and Liverpool are both interested in acquiring the services of Ademola Lookman in the upcoming summer transfer window. Both Premier League outfits are ready to offer €75 million to bring the Nigerian international back to England.
Lookman was a part of the Everton setup back in the day. He made the move to RB Leipzig back in 2018, but the move to the German club didn’t really work out for him. He had a couple of loan spells in England before securing a permanent transfer to Atalanta in the summer of 2022.
The move to Italy has done wonders for him. He has featured in a total of 110 matches for the Serie A outfit and has contributed towards 72 goals (50 goals, 22 assists). The 27-year-old has 25 goal contributions in his 32 outings.
His outstanding form has attracted interest from several top clubs. His ability to both score and create, along with his versatility across the frontline, make him a valuable player for any team.
While he remains a key figure at the club, the harsh statements from Gian Piero Gasperini have affected his relationship with the player. Following his comments, Lookman has started exploring his options. He wants to make a move in the summer, and Premier League clubs are ready to make a move.
Lookman could secure a return to the Premier League
Chelsea and Liverpool have both expressed interest in signing the 27-year-old. The Blues want more firepower in the final third. They are looking for someone who can compete with Nicolas Jackson for a place in the XI. Lookman seems to be a perfect fit for them, thanks to his versatility.
Meanwhile, the Reds are gearing up for an all-important transfer window where they might end up making significant changes to their squad. Mohamed Salah’s future is uncertain with his contract running out, and they are also looking to offload Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota as Arne Slot is not happy with their output.
As a result, they do need a proven goal scorer, and Lookman can certainly help their cause. Both Liverpool and Chelsea are ready to offer up to €75 million to sign the Nigerian. They are keeping a close eye on his situation at the Italian club and will certainly make a move if the player decides to return to the Premier League.
