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Newcastle The Race For ‘Wantaway’ Atalanta Star Ademola Lookman
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The latest Ademola Lookman transfer news has revealed that Newcastle are interested in the ‘wantaway’ Atlalanta forward.
Lookman’s long-term future looks to be away from the Serie A side after a public spat with manager Gian Piero Gasperini.
Last week, the Black and Blues boss labelled Lookman as “one of the worst penalty takers” he has ever seen. Those comments arose after the Nigerian international missed a crucial UCL spot-kick against Club Brugge.
Lookman hit back at his manager by labelling his comments as “deeply disrespectful.” Naturally, that incident has generated all sorts of questions regarding where the 27-year-old will be playing his football next season.
After his stunning hat-trick in the Europa League final in 2024, many of Europe’s elite have been linked with the Charlton Athletic graduate.
A whole host of Premier League sides are also reportedly interested. Furthermore, a move to the Saudi Pro League has also been touted so Lookman is definitely not short of suitors.
🚨 Newcastle are considering a summer move for Ademola Lookman and could face competition from Manchester United.
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Ademola Lookman Transfer News
If the latest Ademola Lookman transfer news is to be believed, Newcastle have ed the race for his signature. Eddie Howe’s side are potentially on the lookout for a new forward.
That is due to the fact that Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon have been heavily linked with mega-money moves away from St James’ Park.
Elsewhere, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Man United and Tottenham have also been linked with Lookman over the last 12 months. However, do the Magpies realistically have a chance of g him?
The short answer is yes. But a lot will hinge on whether the Toon Army are playing UCL football next season. Something of which Lookman will want after featuring in the competition with Atalanta.
As it stands, Lookman has approximately 18 months left on his contract and has a market value via Transfermarkt of £45.6 million.
On Wednesday, the Geordie Boys travel to Anfield to take on Liverpool. The best football betting sites in the UK price the Magpies at 21/4 to claim victory on Merseyside.