In its goal to acquire the best players in Europe, Atlético de Madrid seeks to continue with good planning that brings it closer to the major clubs. For some time, a great job has been done at the Metropolitano both in sponsorships and in bringing in reinforcements. However, a player who is looking to change scenery in the summer would be on the radar of the rojiblancos and also FC Barcelona.
Joan Laporta and Deco have set their sights on one of the best footballers in the Italian championship who is expected to leave this year. Although the colchonero team has other priority positions to strengthen, the reality is that they are considering options on all fronts. Additionally, it is a name that seems to have broken the relationship with his current coach after a public argument in the Champions League.
Atlético de Madrid Competes with Barça
Some time ago, several reports indicated that the colchoneros were interested in one of the great stars of this season in Italy. It is Lookman, an Atalanta forward who has scored 17 goals and provided seven assists this season and who seems determined to change clubs in the summer market. He was already the star of the Italian team last season when he scored three goals in the final of the Europa League against an unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen.
He was named African Ballon d'Or this season, and a dispute with Gasperini after missing a penalty caused some tension in Bergamo. All reports suggest that Lookman would be looking for a new destination to take a leap in his career and demonstrate all his potential. Atlético de Madrid has been one of the teams linked with the Nigerian player, although his release price of 50 million euros is quite high.
Deco Doesn't Lose Track
According to El Nacional, Barça would also be keeping an eye on the African, as they plan to make big moves for the next season. Although some media indicate that the blaugranas will need to close a major sale for economic reasons, potential signings continue to emerge on their agenda. The only thing that is clear is that Lookman will wear a new jersey this year and will have many interested in acquiring his services.
In the case of Atlético de Madrid, there would only be room in the squad if an exit occurred, which, for now, is not considered a priority. He is a player who likes to start on the left wing, where Conor Gallagher and Samuel Lino are currently competing for the starting position. The departure of one of them, or Rodrigo Riquelme, could open up a possibility to see that move become reality this summer.