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2024 - 8 - 19

Atalanta and Lookman: The Twisted Love Story of €40m and PSG's Pursuit!

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Ademola Lookman's future at Atalanta hangs in the balance as PSG throws a €40m offer for the Nigerian star. Read on for the juicy details!

Ademola Lookman has been turning heads at Atalanta, and the club's CEO, Luca Percassi, is eager to keep the Nigerian sensation at the team. Having made a significant impact last season, including scoring a pivotal hat-trick in the UEFA Europa League, Lookman has been generating attention from across Europe. Recently, Paris Saint-Germain has shown interest, but Percassi has made it clear that they want to hold onto their star forward, who they’ve tagged with a hefty €40 million price just in case any suitors are keen to make a move.

However, it seems that PSG's €40m bid may not be enough to lure Lookman away from Atalanta, especially with the club expressing their frustration over the way PSG approached the player directly. On the field, Lookman was not included in Atalanta's opening match of the Serie A season amidst the swirling transfer rumors, leaving fans wondering if his absence signaled a pending departure or simply tactical choice by manager Gian Piero Gasperini. Still, Atalanta celebrated an impressive 4-0 victory against Lecce, showcasing their newfound talents without their Nigerian star.

Interestingly, Gasperini, despite the drama surrounding Lookman's future, was able to lead his team to a thumping start with new signings Marco Brescianini and Mateo Retegui netting two goals each. It goes to show that Atalanta isn’t just about one player; they have plenty of talent ready to step up, even in the face of ugly surprises in the transfer market. The coach stated that nobody expected the challenges they faced off the pitch, yet they performed like champions on it, solidifying their position among Serie A’s elite.

As the La Dea look forward to the future, Lookman’s potential move could significantly impact his career. If he remains, he stands a fair chance of contending for the coveted African Footballer of the Year title based on his standout season. However, if he jumps ship to PSG, he won’t just be joining a top European side but will also experience what it’s like to play alongside global superstars. One thing’s for sure: whether staying or going, the story of Lookman in Italian football is far from over!

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Transfer: Atalanta wants to keep Lookman – Percassi (Daily Post Nigeria)

Atalanta CEO, Luca Percassi has said La Dea wants to keep Ademola Lookman at the club. The Nigeria international has been linked with a move to Ligue 1.

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PSG's bid for Lookman falls short as Atalanta stand firm for 2024 ... (Soccernet.ng)

Atalanta's Ademola Lookman has been tipped to become the next African Footballer Of The Year following his 2023-24 season performance..

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Ademola Lookman pulls out of Atalanta Serie A opener - Score Nigeria (SCORE NIGERIA)

Lookman, 26, was Atalanta hero when they won the UEFA Europa League with him netting a historic hat-trick. The Atalanta Player of the Year for the second ...

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Atalanta set Lookman price-tag for PSG after personal approach (Yahoo Sports)

Atalanta reportedly want at least €40m to sell Ademola Lookman, but are extremely irritated with Paris Saint-Germain approaching the player first, ...

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Serie A: Lookman dropped from Atalanta team amid transfer link to ... (Daily Sun)

By Seyi Babalola. Ademola Lookman has been left out of Atalanta's squad for Monday's game at Lecce. The Super Eagles star has been linked with a transfer to ...

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Percassi: 'Atalanta had ugly surprises, but want to keep ... (Football Italia)

Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi admits they had 'some ugly surprises' in the transfer market, but leaves the door open for Teun Koopmeiners and Ademola Lookman ...

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Gasperini joins exclusive club by passing 550 points with Atalanta (sportsmax.tv)

Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini joined an exclusive club on Monday as La Dea's 4-0 win at Lecce ...

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Atalanta BC set Ademola Lookman price tag amid PSG, Saudi ... (Africa Top Sports)

Europa League winners Atalanta Bergamo have reportedly set the price of Ademola Lookman as the Nigerian forward asked the club to let him go this summer.

New Boys Fire Atalanta To Thumping Win At Lecce (Barron's)

Atalanta thumped Lecce 4-0 on Monday as doubles from new boys Marco Brescianini and Mateo Retegui gave the Europa League holders a hugely impressive start ...

Debutant duo grab 2 goals each as Atalanta rout Lecce 4-0 in Serie ... (WTOP)

LECCE, Italy (AP) — New signings Mateo Retegui and Marco Brescianini both scored two goals as Atalanta hammered Lecce 4-0 in a blistering start to its ...

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Gasperini: 'Nobody expected' Atalanta drama with Koopmeiners and ... (Yahoo Sports)

Gian Piero Gasperini hails Atalanta for ignoring difficulties and off the field problems to crush Lecce 4-0, but 'nobody expected' the Ademola Lookman and ...

Debutant duo grab 2 goals each as Atalanta rout Lecce 4-0 in Serie ... (The Associated Press)

New signings Mateo Retegui and Marco Brescianini both scored two goals as Atalanta hammered Lecce 4-0 in a blistering start to its Italian league campaign.

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Atalanta set Lookman price-tag for PSG after personal approach (Football Italia)

Atalanta reportedly want at least €40m to sell Ademola Lookman, but are extremely irritated with Paris Saint-Germain approaching the player first, ...

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Serie A Highlights: Lecce 0-4 Atalanta (Football Italia)

Watch as Marco Brescianini and Mateo Retegui bag a brace each on their full Atalanta debuts to earn a thumping 4-0 victory away to Lecce.

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PSG present contract offer to Atalanta's Ademola Lookman (Yahoo Sports)

Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain have presented a contract offer to Atalanta's Ademola Lookman and the Serie A could lose the player this summer.

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Atalanta Boss Not Sure About Lookman's Future (BSN Sports)

The manager of the Italian Serie A side, Atalanta, Giani Gasperini, insisted that he is not certain about the future of Nigeria's Super Eagles winger, Ademola ...

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Atalanta tell PSG to pay €40m for Lookman (The Punch)

Atalanta have informed Paris Saint-Germain that they must pay at least €40m to secure the services of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, PUNCH Sports Extra ...

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Lecce vs Atalanta: Serie A Preview, Gameweek 1, 2024 (VAVEL.com)

Manager Luca Gotti will still be without midfielder Mohamed Kaba for the season's opener. The Frenchman is yet to play under the new management after damaging ...

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Atalanta demands €50m for Lookman from PSG (Daily Sun)

Paris Saint-Germain's pursuit of Ademola Lookman has hit a snag, as the club's initial offer has fallen short of Atalanta's valuation for the 2024 African ...

Atalanta produce statement opening win (beIN SPORTS AUSTRALIA)

Marco Brescianini and Mateo Retegui both scored doubles as Atalanta picked up where it left off last season, thumping Lecce 4-0 in their opening Serie A ...

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Ademola Lookman quit decision shatters Atalanta - Score Nigeria (SCORE NIGERIA)

Atalanta BC coach Gian Piero Gasperini labeled the decision of Ademola Lookman to quit the team as “unexpected” during his post-match conference after his ...

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Atalanta CEO Admits Challenges in Keeping Ademola Lookman ... (Brila)

Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi has admitted that the club is struggling to retain two of its star players, Ademola Lookman and Teun Koopmeiners, ...

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Atalanta boss Gasperini laments Lookman's link to PSG (Daily Post Nigeria)

Atalanta manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, has lamented the timing of Ademola Lookman's potential exit from the club. Lookman is pushing to join Ligue 1.

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Ademola Lookman: Atalanta furious with Super Eagles star's attitude ... (Soccernet.ng)

Atalanta BC are not pleased with Ademola Lookman's attitude after the Nigerian forward revealed his desire to join French giants PSG, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Atalanta turn to Bellanova and ex-Juventus veteran as Wesley deal ... (Yahoo Sports)

Atalanta are now exploring a move to sign Italy international Raoul Bellanova from Torino, as their deal with Brazilian outfit Flamengo for Wesley França ...

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Atalanta break into race for Raoul Bellanova (RomaPress)

In recent hours, Atalanta have picked up contact with Bellanova's camp, reports Gianluca Di Marzio of Sky Sport....

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Torino already have Bellanova replacement lined up after Atalanta ... (Football Italia)

Torino already have a replacement for Italy international Raoul Bellanova lined up, following serious interest from Gian Piero Gasperini's Atalanta, ...

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Please Don't Go - Coach Of Atalanta Makes Passionate Plea To ... (OwnGoal Nigeria)

The head coach of Atalanta Gian Piero Gasperini has pleaded with Nigeria international forward Ademola Lookman to shun a move to French Ligue 1 giants PSG,

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“We will do what is best for the team” – Atalanta CEO speaks on ... (Soccernet.ng)

Atalanta CEO, Luca Percassi, has revealed the Italian club will put themselves as regards the potential exits of Ademola Lookman and Teun Koopmeiners, ...

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Gasperini's Classy Reaction To Atalanta Star's Transfer (Brila)

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman might be on the verge of leaving Atalanta after a two-season spell with the Serie A club.

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Ademola Lookman gives Atalanta coach reason to worry as transfer ... (SportsRation)

Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini is facing a challenging start to the new season as key players, including Ademola Lookman, are pushing for moves away ...

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Nicolo Zaniolo to Atalanta: A Much-Needed Homecoming for a ... (Breaking The Lines)

The tendinitis is reportedly a knock-on effect from the metatarsal injury he suffered at the end of last season whilst at Aston Villa, and leaves Zaniolo ...

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Ademola Lookman Set for Big Transfer Fight with Atalanta (THISDAY Newspapers)

*Agrees five-year deal worth €5m per season with PSG. Atalanta BC striker, Ademola Lookman, has agreed personal terms like salary and contract duration with ...

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Atalanta, PSG Encounter Major Gap to Complete Transfer of ... (Yahoo Sports)

Over the last few days, the rumors of Paris Saint-Germain securing Atalanta's Ademola Lookman have surfaced. However, could these same rumors be ...

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Ademola Lookman: Atalanta CEO reacts to transfer turmoil ... (SportsRation)

Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi has spoken out about the uncertain futures of key players Ademola Lookman and Teun Koopmeiners, following growing interest.

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Ademola Lookman: Atalanta target Fiorentina's star as replacement ... (Soccernet.ng)

Atalanta BC have set plans in motion to replace Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman with the former Everton man closing in on a move to PSG, Soccernet.ng ...

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Atalanta in disarray over Lookman's link to PSG - The Nation ... (The Nation Newspaper)

Coach Gian Piero Gasperini has admitted that the potential move of Europa League final hat-trick hero Ademola Lookman to Paris Germain coupled with Teun ...

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