Sought-after Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman is reportedly hellbent on forcing his transfer to Inter Milan.
According to Sky Sport via FCInter1908, La Dea’s final effort to keep the 27-year-old failed to come to fruition.
Faced with the imminent loss of their standout performer, Atalanta made a last-ditch attempt to rescue the situation.
Indeed, they decided to match Inter’s contract offer, hoping it would change the 27-year-old’s mind.
However, Ademola Lookman has set his heart on joining Inter.
With Lookman turning down their contract proposal, Atalanta find themselves backed into a corner.
Indeed, Ivan Juric’s men have their options limited amid Inter’s determined approach.
Despite failing to sign the Nigerian with a €40 million bid, the transfer has now become a near-certainty.
Though Inter would likely have to increase their offer, Lookman’s move feels like a matter of time.
Once they have the deal in the bag, the Nerazzurri may turn to Parma’s Giovanni Leoni.
The young defender could be Inter’s final coup this summer.
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