Italian Journalist Delivers Huge Update On Ongoing Transfer Saga Involving Inter Milan & Atalanta Star: 'He Wants Inter'
According to the Corriere dello Sport editor-in-chief via FCInter1908, the Nigerian is desperate to join the Nerazzurri.
Talks between Inter Milan and Atalanta for Ademola Lookman are ongoing.
However, the clubs have yet to find common ground.
After seeing their opening bid rejected by La Dea earlier this month, Inter tabled a new offer earlier today.
Indeed, Beppe Marotta met with Luca Percassi to discuss the 27-year-old's future.
The two met face-to-face at the League Council, shortly before the Nerazzurri lodged an improved bid for Lookman.
Atalanta's stance, however, remains unchanged.
La Dea have slapped a €50 million price tag on their prized asset and are sticking to their valuation.
On the other hand, Inter have increased their offer from €40 million to €45 million, including bonuses.
Yet, it may not be enough to get Atalanta's green light.
Ivan Zazzaroni Offers Update on Inter Milan Pursuit of Ademola Lookman
BERGAMO, ITALY – JANUARY 21: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD7 match between Atalanta BC and SK Sturm Graz at Stadio di Bergamo on January 21, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by)
Despite Lookman's desire to continue his career at San Siro, Atalanta could spoil Inter's plans.
Furthermore, they've become notorious for dragging clubs into protracted talks.
Only last summer, Percassi made Juventus wait until late August to sign Teun Koopmeiners.
However, the Serie A runners-up are keen to avoid the same scenario.
Therefore, they've included an expiration date in their latest proposal.
Meanwhile, Zazzaroni confirms Lookman's intention to force the transfer.
'Lookman, the series,' he started. 'Atalanta, having sold Retegui, must stand firm because they have a responsibility to their people.
'And the price is €50 million. Lookman wants to join Inter, in keeping with a promise made to him a year ago.
'That's the key to everything. It's a repeat of the Koopmeiners case.
'Same ending? Three episodes in one day – forget Temptation Island.'
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