Liverpool They are reportedly planning to go head to head with Arsenal on a deal to sign Atalanta star Ademola Lookman, according to the transfer journalist Graeme Bailey.
The Reds have been strongly linked with a movement for Newcastle United Star Anthony Gordon and that could be an indication that the Merseyside club are looking to bolster their forward line by signing a new wide attacker.
However, the Magpies are desperate to retain their star player and are reportedly demanding around… £75 million sell him. Liverpool therefore appear to have begun looking for cheap alternative options to bolster their attack.
Reporting on TBR Football, Outer wall has reported that Liverpool have registered their interest in Lookman and are considering making a concrete approach to sign him before the deadline.
However, the journalist says that buying the Nigerian will not be easy for the Merseyside club as Arsenal have also entered the race and are monitoring his current situation before making any potential acquisition.
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Viewpoint He has been left out from Atalanta's squad for their Serie A opener against Lecce as he is likely to leave La Dea before the August 30 deadline.
Outer wall He also claims that, in addition to Arsenal and Liverpool, Manchester City And Paris Saint-Germain are also planning to sign him.
Arsenal appear to be planning to sign a new winger this summer, having been linked with a number of names in recent weeks. However, they are currently focusing on acquiring a new midfielder, with Mikel Merino their main target.
Lookman has enjoyed a stellar time for Atalanta in recent years, helping his team win the Europa League Title of the last quarter.
The African has Premier League experience having already played for EvertonFulham and Leicester City, so he could show his best in the top flight of English football straight away if he does end up joining Arsenal or Liverpool before the deadline.
He, valued at around £34 million by Transfer marketHe is a technically gifted player and efficient at dribbling past opposing defenders in tight areas. He can also create opportunities for his fellow attackers and can also finish his chances.
It will be interesting to see who ultimately wins the race to sign Lookman if Arsenal take on Liverpool over the deal.
