Atalanta set asking price for Lookman as European giants circle for CAF POTY favourite in January

Ademola Lookman celebrates again for Atalanta.

Atalanta set asking price for Lookman as European giants circle for CAF POTY favourite in January

Ayoola Kelechi 23:25 - 15.11.2024

The Nigerian superstar is seen as untransferrable by Atalanta in the winter transfer window

Ademola Lookman,has become one of the most sought-after players in Europe, leading Atalanta to reportedly set a hefty €50 million price tag on the Nigerian international as interest from top clubs continues to mount.

Lookman attracting top clubs with stellar form

Lookman’s form this season has been nothing short of extraordinary. With eight goals and five assists in 14 appearances across all competitions, the 27-year-old forward has been pivotal to Atalanta's impressive start to the season.

Ademola Lookman and Mateo Retegui | Imago

Having played a key role in the club’s Europa League triumph last season, where he scored a hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen, Lookman’s stock has soared since then.

Ademola Lookman | Imago

His exceptional performances also saw him finish 14th in the 2024 Ballon d’Or rankings, while he remains the favourite to clinch the CAF African Player of the Year award.

Atalanta reluctant to sell star man

Despite significant interest from European heavyweights, including Paris Saint-Germain, Atalanta are in no rush to part ways with their talisman.

Ademola Lookman scored two goals for Atalanta against Napoli. || Imago

The Italian club is also financially stable and has no immediate need to sell, and with his current contract running until at least June 2026, Atalanta will wait until the summer transfer window to entertain serious offers, with reports suggesting they will demand no less than €50 million for their prized asset.

Ademola Lookman with the award against Verona || imago

Although PSG approached Lookman during the summer, Atalanta successfully convinced him to stay amidst PSG’s pussyfooting; however, with the January transfer window fast approaching, clubs eyeing the CAF POTY favourite will need to match Atalanta’s valuation to stand a chance of signing the Nigerian superstar.