Liverpool in battle with Man Utd to sign Ademola Lookman
Liverpool They are reportedly planning to go head to head with manchester united on a deal to sign Atalanta star Ademola Lookman this summer, according to the Spanish media Transfers.
The Merseyside club are said to be looking to strengthen several areas of the team, including the front line. It has been suggested that the Reds have begun exploring the market to sign a new winger as a possible replacement for Luis Diaz, who has been linked with a departure from the club in recent times.
A few names have been mentioned as serious targets and Lookman is now emerging as a key option. The 26-year-old enjoyed a stellar campaign last season, leading his team to win the European League title by scoring a hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen.
Now, according to the report TransfersLiverpool have shown their interest in signing him after his tremendous performance in the Europa League final and the Reds are already looking to submit an offer to secure his signature.
The report further claims that Atalanta would be willing to cash in on the Nigerian if they received an offer of around £51m, so Liverpool will have to pay a huge fee to sign him.
Battle
However, the Spanish media claims that Man Utd are also interested in signing him and are “willing to offer” for him to close this deal, furthermore, Chelsea They are also planning a raid for him.
Having endured a terrible campaign last season, the Red Devils plan to revamp their squad this summer. They are said to be prioritizing strengthening the defensive line and engine room, however, signing a new striker and winger is also on their wish list.
Lookman is a versatile forward as he can play on either flank. He is quick, has the ability to dribble past opposing defenders in tight areas, can create opportunities for his attacking teammates and has the efficiency to finish off his chances.
The striker is a talented player and could be a shrewd signing for Man Utd or Liverpool if either club snaps him up. However, it will be interesting to see if the record first division The champions or the Merseyside club finally decide to make a concrete approach to sign him this summer.
