Arsenal have identified Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman as a potential alternative to Noni Madueke, MailOnline journalist Simon Jones has revealed.
A move for the Nigeria international could reportedly come into contention if their pursuit of Madueke fails, as talks continue over his summer arrival from Chelsea.
Arsenal have submitted an opening £50m bid for Madueke this week and are believed to have reached an agreement with the 23-year-old to join on a five-year contract.
Chelsea are seeking in excess of £50m for Madueke during this transfer window, and there is a strong chance a second offer will be needed to satisfy their demands.
Arsenal Eyeing Ademola Lookman
As potential alternative to Noni Madueke
Ademola Lookman in action for Atalanta
Arsenal are eyeing several reinforcements to their attacking options this summer, with a new wide forward and number nine on the agenda.
While Madueke remains the priority winger target, Sporting Lisbon ace Viktor Gyokeres has emerged as their number one option up front, with club-to-club talks ongoing over a potential deal.
Gyokeres is believed to be prioritising a move to the Emirates this summer, despite long-standing interest from Manchester United and his former coach Ruben Amorim.
Lookman, meanwhile, has also been heavily linked with a return to the Premier League in recent months following his highly impressive spell at Atalanta.
The 'world-class' Nigeria international has registered 54 goal contributions in his last two seasons with the club and led Atalanta to Europa League glory in 2023/24 by scoring a hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen.
Lookman is under contract with the Bergamo-based club until June 2027 and is reportedly valued at around €60m (£50m) this summer.
Ademola Lookman's Atalanta Stats (2024/25 Serie A)
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Statistics courtesy ofFbrefandTransfermarkt. Correct as of 10 -07-25.