Report – Inter Milan Hoped For Atalanta Talisman’s Public Transfer Request Behind The Scenes | OneFootball

Inter Milan had reportedly hoped for a public transfer request from forward Ademola Lookman behind the scenes.

This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews.

Yesterday the biggest bombshell yet in the summer transfer soap opera between Ademola Lookman, Atalanta, and Inter Milan arrived.

Behind the scenes, the 27-year-old former RB Leipzig forward has been pressuring Atalanta into selling him. By all accounts, he only wants Inter this summer.

Lookman had already scrubbed all traces of his current employers from his social media accounts a couple days prior. That was not exactly a subtle way to send a message.

But yesterday, Lookman took his grievance to a new level. He openly demanded a transfer.

Furthermore, there were harsh words as the player accused Atalanta of “poor treatment” and “breaking a promise.”

Report – Inter Had Hoped For Public Ademola Lookman Transfer Request

BERGAMO, ITALY – MAY 25: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC looks on during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and Parma Calcio 1913 at Gewiss Stadium on May 25, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

And according to the Gazzetta dello Sport, Lookman’s statement was exactly what Inter have been hoping for.

The Nerazzurri know that they need some leverage in talks with Atalanta for the 27-year-old.

And furthermore, Inter are aware that the leverage would have to come from Lookman’s camp.

Inter were relying on Lookman and his representatives to lean on Atalanta in the last few weeks. Then, the Nerazzurri felt that the player’s social media antics after Atalanta rejected their second offer were another boost.

But such a harsh and unambiguous statement from Lookman takes things several steps further.

Inter are now hoping that Atalanta will finally feel the heat, and come to the table to negotiate.