Arsenal are showing strong interest in Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman. The 27 year old has been in superb form since past 2 seasons. He has continued his impressive form this season which has caught attention of top clubs.
Lookman ended last season with a hattrick in Europa League final. He had 17 goals and 9 assists in 45 games for Atalanta. This season he has levelled up as he already has 11 goals and 5 assists in just 18 games. He was recently voted as the African player of the year.
Gunners have shown a strong interest in Lookman. They are keen to sign a winger and a striker in order to improve their attacking unit. Lookman can play in both positions which makes him a key asset. In addition, he can also play as an attacking midfielder.
Arsenal have the financial muscle to get the deal done. Lookman will be an upgrade on Gabriel Martinelli on the left wing. In addition, he can provide a quality backup as striker and as attacking midfielder.
Arsenal to miss out on Lookman in January
Journalist Nicolo Schira has recently tweeted Atalanta don’t want to sell Lookman in January. This will come as a big blow for Gunners who are desperate to improve their attack. Now, Mikel Arteta will need to look somewhere else or have to wait until summer.
Lookman could have made an instant impact for Gunners. But, there is also an other view to this deal. The 27 year old previously failed to perform well in England. He played for Everton, Fulham and Leicester City.
Lookman is not the only winger Arsenal are monitoring at the moment. They are keen to sign Nico Williams of Athletic Club. The 22 year old has interest from many top clubs due his amazing rise in recent years.
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