Ademola Lookman's proposed move to Juventus could now be in the hands of a Super Eagles colleague
Juventus are actively pursuing Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman, but their next move depends heavily on the future of fellow Nigerian star Victor Osimhen.
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With reports indicating that Osimhen has already agreed personal terms with Manchester United, Juventus may be forced to shift their focus entirely to Lookman as their Plan B.
Juventus waiting for Super Eagles star before making summer plans
For months, Victor Osimhen has been at the centre of Europe’s most anticipated transfer stories. Now, according to multiple reports from both Turkey and Nigeria, the Napoli-owned striker, currently on loan at Galatasaray, has agreed personal terms with Manchester United ahead of a potential summer move.
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If those reports are confirmed, Juventus will likely abandon their long-standing interest in Osimhen and accelerate efforts to secure another top Nigerian talent: Ademola Lookman.
The Serie A giants have long admired Osimhen, but with Manchester United reportedly closing in, Juventus have no choice but to shift their gaze.
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According to reports, the moment Juventus lose the Osimhen race, Lookman instantly becomes the club’s priority target and a potentially more financially viable option.
Lookman emerges as Juventus’ best bet on one condition
If Osimhen ends up at Old Trafford, Juventus are expected to turn their full attention to Ademola Lookman, who is not only available but reportedly eager to leave Atalanta following a fallout with coach Gian Piero Gasperini.
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Lookman has been one of Atalanta’s top performers this season, racking up 18 goals and 7 assists in 36 appearances across all competitions.
At 27, the Super Eagles forward offers versatility across the frontline and already has significant experience under his belt after stellar appearances for Atalanta and Nigeria in the last year, especially.
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A fee of around €60 million could be required to land Lookman, however, one major hurdle still looms large over Juventus’ plans: Champions League qualification.
So for now, all eyes remain not just on the transfer dominoes involving Osimhen, but also on Juventus’ league performance, which could ultimately make or break the Lookman deal.