Report – Inter Milan & Atalanta Set For Fresh Round Of Talks For Nigeria Superstar Today
According to Sport Mediaset via FCInterNews, the clubs will ramp up talks for the Nigerian's move to San Siro.
Inter's opening bid for Ademola Lookman was narrowly off the mark.
Indeed, Atalanta deemed Inter's €40 million bid insufficient as they stick to their €50m valuation.
However, Ivan Juric's men are open to a dialogue, and a potential discount remains a distinct possibility.
Inter Milan & Atalanta Set for Another Ademola Lookman Round of Talks
Lookman's desire to join the Nerazzurri is well-documented. After all, he has already agreed personal terms with the San Siro club.
Therefore, Atalanta have a little wriggle room, especially after the 27-year-old rejected Napoli's approach.
Meanwhile, Inter are confident a minor financial increase will help them get the deal over the line.
Despite Lookman's household status in Bergamo, Atalanta promised to let him leave for the right offer last summer.
Now, the Nigerian looks to hold La Dea to their promise.
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