Nigerian international Ademola Lookman is finally set to sign a five-year contract with Atletico Madrid in the final hours of the transfer window, according to Africafoot.
Reportedly on his way out since the start of the transfer window, the 27-year-old striker could finally leave the Partenopei in the final hours of the transfer window.
Sources close to the player suggest that an imminent agreement between Atletico Madrid and Atalanta for the transfer of the London native has been reached.
Lookman’s representatives talk to Atletico Madrid for possible move
According to the latest news, Atletico Madrid’s management is expected to pay β¬70 million to Atalanta to sign Lookman. Now, a potential five-year contract for Lookman is being discussed by the Colchoneros.
Madrid coach Diego Simeone is said to particularly appreciate the former Fulham player’s profile and is counting on him to strengthen his attacking line.
Lookman is under contract with Atalanta Bergamo until June 2027. According to Transfermarkt, his value is estimated at β¬60 million.
After scoring 15 goals and providing five assists in 31 games last season, Ademola Lookman has started this new season with the Bergamo club, but not for long.