Florentino Pérez is planning the next season's squad and, although he didn't have this signing in mind, the opportunity has been put forward for him. Madrid-Barcelona has learned that the possibility of strengthening with a top-level player, like the Nigerian Ademola Lookman, has been offered to Real Madrid. He will not continue at Atalanta next season, and intermediaries are moving him around Europe.
To acquire the services of Ademola Lookman, a price of 60 million euros has been set. He has a promise from Atalanta's ownership that he will leave in the summer due to his poor relationship with the coach.
Everything exploded after they were eliminated from the Champions League, when Gasperini publicly pointed him out for "not being a good penalty taker". This did not sit well with the Nigerian, who wants to leave as soon as possible.
He has the promise, and it is being fulfilled, to the point that his name is on the table of the best clubs in Europe, including Real Madrid. He is 27 years old and considers that he is at the ideal moment in his career to make the leap to a big team. He likes to play in the center of the attack, behind the forward, although he also does great covering the wings, making him a more than interesting option for Ancelotti's team.
There is a response for Ademola Lookman
Ademola Lookman has left his future in the hands of his representatives and intermediaries, knowing that he will not stay in Bergamo from next season. In any case, Madrid-Barcelona has confirmed that Madrid's response has not been long in coming, to the point that the player himself already knows it.
Real Madrid has been clear with the offer of Ademola Lookman, stating that, at this moment, "he is not a priority". Although he is a forward who is highly valued, they are certainly not considering a footballer of his characteristics to strengthen the squad.
What Real Madrid prioritizes for the next season is strengthening the defensive line, which has been so battered this season. In this regard, although Ademola Lookman is a market option for only 60 million, it is considered preferable to opt for other positions, especially when the forward line is well covered.
Thus, Real Madrid has been clear with Atalanta's star: they value him positively, but, for now, nothing at all...