How Cristian Chivu Plans To Integrate Atalanta Forward Into Inter Milan Formidable Frontline | OneFootball

Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu already has a vision for Ademola Lookman, even though Atalanta have yet to green-light the move.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, the 44-year-old will likely alter the formation to accommodate the Nigerian.

Despite waiting for Atalanta’s go-ahead, Inter are already making plans for Ademola Lookman.

Indeed, the 27-year-old has agreed to join the Nerazzurri, with Inter offering €40 million for his services.

Meanwhile, Ivan Juric’s men insist on their €50m asking price, but a compromise seems inevitable.

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BERGAMO, ITALY – JANUARY 21: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta celebrates scoring his team’s fourth goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD7 match between Atalanta BC and SK Sturm Graz at Stadio di Bergamo on January 21, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

As already known, Cristian Chivu intends to change Inter’s formation.

Instead of Simone Inzaghi’s trademark 3-5-2, he prefers a slightly different set-up.

Therefore, Inter could line up in a 3-4-2-1 next season.

It would see Marcus Thuram drop behind Lautaro Martinez, who would then act as a lone striker.

Meanwhile, Lookman would slot next to the Frenchman and take his favorite position behind a center-forward.

Otherwise, Chivu may try out a 3-4-1-2.

In that case, the 27-year-old would be a ‘trequartista’ behind Lautaro and Thuram.

Perfectly capable of playing as a classic ’10,’ Lookman could thrive in the central role.