Report – Inter Milan Waiting For Atalanta To Set Asking Price For Nigeria Forward
According to Sport Mediaset via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri will take a more passive approach.
Inter had tried to press the issue with back-to-back offers.
However, both attempts came a cropper, including a sizeable €45 million bid.
Meanwhile, Atalanta reportedly ask for €50 million to let their standout forward leave the Gewiss Stadium.
Furthermore, they're stubbornly sticking to their guns.
Inter Milan Waiting for Atalanta to Make Up Their Mind on Ademola Lookman Price Tag
TURIN, ITALY – MARCH 09: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during the Serie A match between Juventus and Atalanta at the Allianz Stadium on March 09, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by)
Negotiations between the clubs have hit a standstill.
On the other hand, Ademola Lookman has already agreed on personal terms with Inter.
Moreover, he has left Bergamo in a desperate attempt to force Atalanta to greenlight the transfer.
However, La Dea remain radio-silent.
Atalanta's real asking price remains a mystery, with Inter desperate to find common ground fast.
With time ticking away, the Nerazzurri could soon turn to other targets.
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