Atalanta, Lookman saga: possible exit as early as January | OneFootball

Atalanta hosts Lecce today at 3 PM. Lookman was among the first to arrive in Zingonia on the eve of the match, yet he was not called up due to the usual issues related to the failed transfer in the summer. Now…

Atalanta, Lookman case: possible departure already in January

The situation between Ademola Lookman and Atalanta seems to have reached a point of no return. The Nigerian forward, a key player in recent seasons with the black and blue jersey, appears increasingly distant from the Orobic technical project. After the summer tensions and the failed transfer in August, the possibility of a move in January is becoming more and more concrete.

A difficult break to mend

The rift between Lookman and the Bergamo environment is not just a moment of difficulty. The parties have not been able to find an agreement either on the role in the team or on future prospects. Hence the painful but inevitable choice to consider alternative solutions in the next transfer window.

Keeping a player in the squad who is now out of the project could indeed become counterproductive, both for the locker room and for the technical growth of the group.

The winter session as an opportunity

The summer market did not lead to a successful transfer of the Nigerian, with several negotiations stalling on the economic front. In January, however, conditions might change: Atalanta will be more inclined to listen to offers, while aware of the need to find an agreement that satisfies both parties.

Much will depend on the interest of foreign clubs, particularly English and German, where Lookman still has top admirers. Luca Percassi, CEO of Atalanta, spoke about Lookman's situation before the match against Lecce: “I don't have much to add compared to what the coach said, we are in complete agreement with him. We know how important Ademola Lookman is for Atalanta, but Atalanta, to respect its basic and very simple principles, must have players focused on our cause and 100% focused on our jersey. The choice is not to call up Ademola due to his situation and we move forward like this, we are very focused on this match.”

The weight of a possible departure

Losing Lookman would mean Atalanta giving up a player capable of combining flair, speed, and a sense of goal. However, with the growth of other offensive elements and the need to keep the group compact, the club seems oriented to prioritize technical and environmental balance over retaining a player now on the fringes.

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