Piero Ausilio, Inter Milan’s sporting director, has openly stated that the top-flight Serie A team is interested in Nigeria and Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman.
In a recent interview with Sky Sport Italia, he openly admitted that Inter Milan, “We’re huge Lookman fans. There’s no secret about it. We want to attempt to sign him.
Ausilio disclosed that the Nerrazzuri are in talks with Atalanta to sign Lookman, who has been linked to a move for the talented Nigerian international.
“We have a very good rapport of friendship and respect with Atalanta,” Ausilio was quoted by Mediaset.
“I can confirm that we spoke and communicated what our expectations are to Atalanta. We really like Lookman and would like to sign him, but he is an Atalanta player, and we must try to find an agreement. We will not have infinite negotiations.”
“Evidently, we have shown a preference for this player; we hope that the offer we made can be considered satisfactory.”
“What matters is what Atalanta wants to do. He is our preferred option, but if we are not able to get Lookman, then we will work towards other targets.”
The €40 million offer for the 27-year-old Super Eagles star has been accepted by Inter Milan’s owners, Oaktree Capital, according to renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano and other Italian media sites.
As an indication of their seriousness, Inter Milan is willing to pay this sum up front without having to sell any players beforehand.
