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Ademola Lookman has officially submitted a transfer request at Atalanta to push for a move to Inter Milan, escalating tensions with the Bergamo club.
The 27-year-old Nigerian star, frustrated by Atalanta’s rejection of Inter’s €45m bid (€42m plus €3m add-ons), accused the club of breaking a gentleman’s agreement to allow his departure for a fair offer, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.
Lookman, who has agreed to a five-year contract with Inter worth €4.5m per season, deleted all Atalanta-related posts from his social media, signaling his intent to leave.
Atalanta continue to hold out for €50m for their talismanic forward, who is desperate to move to the San Siro this summer.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano wrote;“EXCL: Ademola Lookman has now handed in a transfer request.
🚨⚠️ OFFICIAL: Ademola Lookman confirms he’s handed in a transfer request.
“I hope to work together with the club to find an amicable solution for all parties as soon as possible”.
“Over the past three years at Atalanta, I've given absolutely everything. Not just as a… pic.twitter.com/lVtQOpHHtn
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 3, 2025
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“The Nigerian forward has officially asked Atalanta to leave the club after the Italian side rejected Inter’s opening bid.
“Lookman wants to join Inter.”
