• Atalanta have given up on losing ace Ademola Lookman, most recently in the 2025 summer transfer window.
• Coach Gian Piero Gasperini confirmed Paris Saint-Germain’s interest and admitted that he could leave soon
• The Italian Serie A club will focus on potential young players and the like to fill the void it will leave

Atalanta prepare for the possibility of losing Ademola Lookman during the summer transfer 2025 window, with plans to replace the Nigerian.

Lookman joined Atalanta from RB Leipzig in the summer of 2022 and has been the team’s best player in the first two years, helping them win the UEFA Europa League last season.

Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini is confirmed La Gazzetta dello Sport that Paris Saint-Germain inquired about him, but despite agreeing personal terms, an agreement could not be reached.

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Brief news looks at five players who could replace the Super Eagles star at Gewiss Stadium

Players who can replace Lookman

1. Mario Retegui

La Dea may have to look inward for a replacement for the Super Eagles Forward. His teammate Mario Retegui is a similar player who can fill his boots. The Argentine attacker is already proving his worth and is currently the top scorer in Serie A with 10 goals and two assists in nine games.

2. Nico González

González, owned by Fiorentina, was Atalanta’s first target when PSG asked for Lookman in the summer, but Juventus won the battle and took him on loan. The loan should be bought, but the Bergamo team could sink if it is not activated.

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3. Federico Chiesa

Euro 2020 winner Chiesa was also on Atalanta’s radar as they inquired about replacing Lookman last summer. He joined Liverpool but played only 78 minutes due to injury. The Reds are reportedly willing to loan him out to regain his form, and a return to Italy could be an option.

4. Denis Dragús

The Romanian international is a player similar to Lookman, a striker who can also operate on the wing. Dragus could be a tough one, having just joined Turkish club Trabzonspor in June and still adjusting to life in the Super Lig.

5. Ángel Gómez

Former Manchester United star Gomes is another young and versatile option for the Europa League winners to consider. He currently plays for LOSC Lille in Ligue 1 and will be a free agent in June 2025, as he has not yet signed a new contract.

Lookman reacts to the Ballon d’Or nominee

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Brief news reported that Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has won a place on the list of finalists for the 2024 Ballon d’Or.

The Atalanta star is the eighth Nigerian in history to make it to the 30 finalists for the prestigious award. The Europa League standout shared his reaction to this incredible honor.

Fountain: Legit.ng