Competition for Lookman heats up as another Premier League giant eyes Atalanta striker

epa11919188 Atalanta's Ademola Lookman celebrates after scoring the 0-4 goal during the Italian Serie A soccer match of Empoli FC against Atalanta BC, in Empoli, Italy, 23 February 2025. EPA-EFE/CLAUDIO GIOVANNINI

Arsenal have reportedly become the latest club to turn their attention to Ademola Lookman, as several teams appear ready to make a move for the Atalanta striker this summer.

The Nigerian forward is expected to bring his three-year spell in Bergamo to an end at the close of the season, particularly following mid-season tensions with coach Gian Piero Gasperini, which have led many clubs to closely monitor his situation.

BERGAMO, ITALY – APRIL 06: Reda Belahyane of SS Lazio compete for the ball with Ademola Lookman of Atalanta during the Serie A match between Atalanta and Lazio at Gewiss Stadium on April 06, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Marco Rosi – SS Lazio/Getty Images)

Premier League giants circle as race for Lookman intensifies

According to Florian Plettenberg, Arsenal have added the 27-year-old to their shortlist ahead of the upcoming transfer window.

🚨🔴 Arsenal have added Ademola #Lookman to their shortlist for the summer. More teams are keen on him.

The plan hasn’t changed: Lookman is planning to take the next step this summer. Premier League is possible.

The 27-year-old versatile forward is under contract with Atalanta… pic.twitter.com/FP3Z93egAH

— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) May 3, 2025

The Champions League semifinalists believe Lookman could be a valuable addition to a forward line they are aiming to reinforce in the summer.

However, the Gunners are set to face strong competition for the former Everton forward, with Chelsea, Manchester United, and Liverpool all reportedly ready to open talks with the player’s entourage in the near future.

EMPOLI, ITALY – FEBRUARY 23: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC reacts after against goal during the Serie A match between Empoli and Atalanta at Stadio Carlo Castellani on February 23, 2025 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)

The list of suitors also includes Barcelona and Juventus, who have already held talks for the striker. Lookman has steadily improved his goal tally across his three seasons at the Gewiss Stadium and currently boasts 18 goals in 37 appearances across all competitions.

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