Inter Milan have ended their pursuit of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman
after negotiations with Atalanta broke down, with the Serie A side now
preparing to officially inform the player’s camp that the deal is off.
According to football transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, Inter officials are
expected to meet Lookman’s representatives within the next 24 hours to
communicate the club’s decision and provide clarity on the failed pursuit.
The collapse of the move follows two weeks of frozen talks with Atalanta,
who have refused to soften their stance on the player’s valuation.
Despite Inter’s initial optimism, no breakthrough was reached, forcing the
Nerazzurri to walk away from the deal.
Lookman, 26, has enjoyed a remarkable spell at Atalanta since joining from
RB Leipzig in 2022.
Last season, he played a pivotal role in La Dea’s attack, scoring
consistently in both domestic and European competitions. His
performances also saw him shine for Nigeria at the 2023 Africa Cup of
Nations, where he scored three goals and helped the Super Eagles reach
the final.
Inter had identified Lookman as a versatile attacking option capable of
strengthening their forward line, particularly in light of recent squad
concerns.
However, with Atalanta unwilling to negotiate on favorable terms, the
Nerazzurri will now turn their attention to alternative targets in the closing
weeks of the transfer window.
