Man Utd hold talks to sign dazzling Atalanta attacker | OneFootball

Manchester United are interested in signing one of Atalanta’s best players, according to Sky Sports CH journalist Sacha Tavolieri.

The Red Devils are 13th in the Premier League table after an underwhelming start to the season.

However, there has been some improvement under new manager Ruben Amorim. The club recently sealed a stunning 2-1 win at Manchester City.

The Portuguese tactician is likely to work with more or less the same squad until next summer when he could be backed with a big spending spree.

United are reportedly one of the Premier League clubs that have made contact with Ademola Lookman’s representatives over a move.

Lookman was denied a summer exit by Atalanta, but they have already informed him they will negotiate to meet his wishes next year.

He recently won the 2024 African Footballer of the Year award, which will strengthen his negotiating position.

Lookman would perfectly suit Amorim’s system

The Nigeria international was a fringe player during his time at Everton. His fortunes did not improve at RB Leipzig. He was sent on loan to Fulham and Leicester City.

However, he has had a tremendous transformation in his career since joining Atalanta. Lookman made 47 goal contributions in his last two seasons at the club.

His reputation reached its peak after his stellar hat-trick to beat Bayer Leverkusen in the Europa League final.

Lookman has carried over his good form this season with 11 goals and five assists in 19 games.

The 27-year-old would perfectly suit Amorim’s 3-4-3 set-up at United.

The £33 million-rated attacker can operate in a front two, but he has also impressed as an inverted forward. Lookman prefers to cut inside from the left wing at Atalanta.

Amorim could play him alongside Bruno Fernandes behind the main striker. He is in the peak years of his career and could prove a fantastic piece of acquisition for United.

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