Ademola Lookman gives Chelsea transfer boost

Arsenal have reportedly been snubbed in an opportunistic £45 million strategy for Atalanta ahead and long-term CHELSEA goal Ademola Lookman, who’s eager to make a transfer away from the Italian giants this summer time

The 27-year-old ahead joined Atalanta from RB Leipzig again in 2022 and has gone on to attain 52 targets in 117 appearances for the Italian outfit in all competitions, firmly establishing himself as probably the greatest attackers in Europe.

There are nonetheless two years remaining on Lookman’s present contract in Bergamo, however it seems the attacker has made up his thoughts and is intent on leaving earlier than the switch deadline, and reviews on the TMW web site claimed that Arsenal made a transfer to get a switch deal completed, however have reportedly been subbed by the attacker.

It’s claimed that he’s not desirous about making a transfer to the Gunners, which is able to hand the likes of CHELSEA, Juventus and Tottenham a lift of their chase

In a prolonged assertion on his social media pages, Lookman just lately stated he was ‘really sorry’ to need to take such drastic motion following an ‘extraordinarily tough’ interval in his profession

‘Over the previous three years at Atalanta, I’ve given completely every part. Not simply as a footballer, however as an individual. I’ve all the time worn the shirt with pleasure and tried to symbolize this membership and the town of Bergamo with coronary heart, ardour and dedication,’ he wrote.

‘I got here right here with the hope of serving to this particular membership develop and collectively, we’ve created reminiscences that may stick with me perpetually. Successful the Europa League and standing shoulder to shoulder with my teammates that evening in Dublin celebrating with our followers was one of many proudest moments of my profession up to now. It nonetheless offers me goosebumps fascinated about it.

‘Atalanta, and particularly its supporters, have grow to be part of me. This place has felt like dwelling from the second I arrived and I’ve all the time tried to repay that love – even in moments the place issues haven’t been simple behind the scenes.

‘That’s what makes penning this so exhausting. I’ve liked each second however really feel that now, after three fantastic years in Bergamo, it’s the proper time to maneuver on and expertise a brand new journey.’

In line with Lookman, Atalanta proceed to carry him hostage regardless of receiving an appropriate bid from a possible suitor this summer time.

‘There have been quite a few golf equipment strategy Atalanta up to now and I’ve beforehand all the time stayed loyal. Nonetheless, myself and the possession of the membership have been in settlement that now’s the suitable time and the membership have been clear with me that if a good provide got here in they’d permit me to maneuver,’ he added.

‘Regardless of now receiving a proposal in alignment to what I imagine had been mentioned sadly the membership are blocking the chance for causes I don’t perceive.

‘In consequence and after many months of damaged guarantees and what I really feel has been poor therapy in the direction of me as each a human being and as knowledgeable footballer, sadly I really feel I’ve no alternative however to talk out for what I imagine is correct and I really feel that sufficient is sufficient.’

Lookman continued: ‘I can verify I’ve now handed in a proper switch request.

‘Even all through the extraordinarily tough moments I’ve endured, lots of which have remained non-public and confidential, I’ve all the time tried to place the membership, the followers and the group first and hoped it will not get to this, however I sadly really feel there may be now little alternative.

‘To the followers – the heartbeat of this membership – I wish to say this: I’m really sorry it’s come to this. I hope you may perceive this extremely tough state of affairs. It’s merely about standing up for what I imagine is truthful and proper. The help you may have all the time given me has been unbelievable and the bond we have now created collectively is particular.

‘I hope to work along with the membership to search out an amicable answer for all events as quickly as doable. With love and gratitude, Ademola.’

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