Crucial bonuses in Lookman deal as Leipzig clause emerges

Originally posted on Football Italia | Last updated Jul 20, 2025 4:29 AM ET

Inter aim to finalise a deal to sign Ademola Lookman by the end of the month, and bonuses will be crucial, while RB Leipzig are entitled to a sell-on clause.

Inter and Atalanta will enter advanced talks for Lookman in the coming weeks, with the Milan-based club aiming to finalise an agreement with La Dea before the end of July.

Crucial bonuses in Lookman deal

Inter are working to lower Atalanta’s €50m asking price, and I reiterate that a bid worth €45m plus €5m add-ons could be enough to convince La Dea.

Bonuses will be crucial in negotiations between the two Nerazzurri clubs, especially if tied to objectives that are easy to achieve, such as qualification for Europe or Lookman’s first goals or assists with Inter.

Leipzig clause for Lookman emerges

Atalanta are aware that they must resolve the situation as soon as possible, especially since Lookman’s former club, RB Leipzig, are entitled to receive a sum from Lookman’s sale.

It is set at 10% for capital gains up to €20m and 15% for amounts exceeding this threshold.

This article first appeared on Football Italia and was syndicated with permission.

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