Atalanta supporters respond after Lookman's outburst and transfer request: ‘Enough'
Nigeria international Lookman has formally submitted a transfer request in an attempt to force through a move to Inter.
The reigning African Player of the Year also sent out a long and damning Instagram post on Sunday, accusing Atalanta of breaking promises and insisting that he 'doesn't understand' why the club are refusing to sell him.
Atalanta supporters respond to Lookman transfer request
BERGAMO, ITALY – MAY 25: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC looks on during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and Parma Calcio 1913 at Gewiss Stadium on May 25, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by)
Inter had recently seen a bid of €45m, which included a guaranteed fixed fee of €42m, rejected by Atalanta, who have been holding out for their asking price of €50m. La Dea are in no rush to sell and have no immediate need to raise funds following the profitable sale of Mateo Retegui to Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah.
Atalanta supporters have since had their say on the matter. Some fans elected to erect a banner near to the club's training ground not long after Lookman's Instagram post went online, reading: 'Enough now. Shameful agents and ungrateful players. Respect the supporters who gave you value.'
The banner was reportedly organised and put up by the Ultras group 'Forever Atalanta until the end'.
Questo lo striscione esposto a Zingonia fuori dal centro sportivo dell'#Atalanta del gruppo ultras 'Forever Atalanta until the end' riguardo la situazione #Lookman–#Inter ⚫️🔵 pic.twitter.com/L4IJa01FEQ
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