Atletico Madrid are closing in on the signing of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, with the Spanish giants poised to complete their first major addition of the winter transfer window by landing the Atalanta star.
The move follows Giacomo Raspadori’s departure earlier in the window, which pushed Los Colchoneros to accelerate their search for a replacement in attack.
Lookman has been on Atletico’s radar for some time, but negotiations have intensified in recent days as the club moved decisively to secure his signature.
Turkish side Fenerbahce were initially leading the race after holding talks with Atalanta over a €40 million transfer. However, Atletico Madrid have now overtaken them and are on the brink of finalising the deal.
Reports indicate that Atletico are ready to pay €35 million plus €5 million in performance-related bonuses, with only minor details left to be resolved before completion. The Nigerian international has already given his approval to the move, and discussions are ongoing to finalise personal terms.
Further updates suggest Lookman has made his preference clear despite receiving an improved financial offer from Fenerbahce. He has prioritised the Atletico Madrid project, and a verbal agreement on a €40 million package is already in place, with formal steps expected imminently.
If completed, the deal will see Lookman bring his pace, versatility and attacking flair to the Riyadh Air Metropolitano as Atletico look to strengthen their squad for the remainder of the season.