Lookman-Atalanta fallout: Inter to bid again, fine expected | OneFootball

The fracture between Ademola Lookman and Atalanta is now evident. For the second consecutive day, the Nigerian winger has skipped training at the Zingonia retreat, a choice that confirms his desire to leave Bergamo for Milan, specifically Inter.

Lookman-Atalanta, total break: Inter ready to relaunch, fine incoming

The player's attitude has not surprised the black-and-blue (of Bergamo) management, which, however, has not hidden its irritation. After the social media blackout and a controversial message posted on Instagram, this is the third break action undertaken by Lookman, a behavior that has led the club to consider disciplinary sanctions: the hypothesis of a fine for unjustified absences is concrete.

Atalanta stands firm: no transfer under the player's conditions Despite the growing tension, Atalanta has firmly reiterated its position: no acceleration on the transfer, let alone openings to negotiations under the conditions set by the club. The Bergamo management is determined not to be influenced by the player's will or external pressures. The timing, methods, and figures of the potential transfer will be determined exclusively by the club.

Inter doesn't give up: ready with a 50 million offer In the meantime, Inter remains on the sidelines but is ready to act. After two rejected offers — the first for 40 million and the second for 45 (including bonuses) — Marotta and Ausilio are ready to raise their bid closer to the 50 million demanded by Atalanta, a figure considered appropriate to unlock the negotiation.

Lookman remains the first choice for the black-and-blue attack. The player already has an agreement with Inter based on a contract until 2030 at 4.5 million euros net per year, a figure made sustainable by the Growth Decree. He has already turned down proposals from Napoli and Atlético Madrid, confirming his determination to wear the black-and-blue jersey.

Goal: to close before the start of Serie A Inter would like to deliver Lookman to coach Cristian Chivu before the start of the championship. However, if the negotiation does not unlock soon, the executives are already considering a plan B: among the alternative profiles there is Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea, whose salary of 6.5 million per year is a significant obstacle.

Much will depend on the upcoming meeting between Lookman's entourage and Atalanta's management. A confrontation that will be decisive to definitively determine the value of the player and understand if the two clubs can finally get closer.

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