ARSENAL JOIN ADEMOLA LOOKMAN CHASE! GUNNERS TO CLASH WITH MAN UTD & JUVENTUS FOR ATALANTA STAR IN SUMMER TRANSFER BATTLE
Arsenal have joined Manchester United and Juventus in the race to sign Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman, with the Gunners considering a £40 million summer move for the Nigeria international following his Europa League heroics.
🔴 Why Arsenal Want Lookman
Versatility: Can play LW, RW, or CF – ideal for Arteta’s fluid system.
Proven Pedigree: 15 goals, 8 assists in 2023/24 (including UEL final hat-trick).
Homegrown Bonus: Ex-Everton academy product.
💰 Atalanta’s Stance
Price Tag: £40m (€47m) – no release clause.
Replacement Plan: Already scouted Nico Williams (Athletic Club).
Selling Incentive: Need funds after UCL qualification.
⚔️ The Transfer Battle
Club Advantage Challenge
Arsenal UCL football Saka/Martinelli competition
Man Utd Amorim’s rebuild No Europe (likely)
Juventus Starter role Can’t match Prem wages
🇳🇬 Lookman’s Preference
Open to Arsenal: But wants guaranteed starts.
PL Return Appeal: Unfinished business after Leipzig/Fulham loans.
Wildcard: Saudi clubs monitoring.
🗓️ What’s Next?
Post-Euro Bids: Expected in July.
Atalanta’s Deadline: Want deal done before pre-season (July 10).
Arteta’s Verdict: Must choose between Lookman or Neto.
Key Points:
🔥 A clutch, big-game winger – perfect for Arteta’s project.
💷 £40m is reasonable for his output.
⚡ Would add depth without blocking youth.
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