PSG are reportedly on the verge of signing Ademola Lookman, the former Everton winger, to fill the void left by Kylian Mbappe’s departure to Real Madrid earlier this summer.
This surprising move has raised eyebrows, especially considering Lookman’s underwhelming stint at Everton, where he failed to make a significant impact.
Ademola Lookman joined Everton in January 2017 with high hopes after impressing in the lower leagues of English football. However, his time at Goodison Park was marked by inconsistency and frustration.
Despite flashes of brilliance, Lookman struggled to secure a regular spot in the starting lineup, often finding himself on the fringes of the squad. His lack of goals and assists eventually led to him being loaned out to RB Leipzig, where he performed better but never lived up to the expectations Everton had when they signed him.
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Lookman’s potential move to PSG: A gamble or a masterstroke?
Despite his struggles in the Premier League, Lookman has rejuvenated his career at Atalanta BC, where he played a crucial role in their Europa League triumph last season. His performances in Italy have caught the attention of PSG, who are now looking to bring the 26-year-old to Paris.
According to reports, PSG have reached a salary agreement with Lookman, making him one of the highest-paid Nigerian players in Europe.
However, the French champions are still weighing their options and have not yet finalized the deal. Lookman, on the other hand, is eager to join PSG, even as Al-Ahli from Saudi Arabia showed concrete interest in him.
Lookman’s desire to leave Atalanta has not been well-received by the Italian club. His absence from Atalanta’s squad in their Serie A opener against US Lecce, where they won 4-0, only added fuel to the speculation surrounding his potential move to PSG.
Atalanta’s management is reportedly unhappy with Lookman’s attitude and is not keen on selling him, especially since they value him at €60 million—almost double what PSG is willing to pay.
As PSG continues to rebuild their attack following Mbappe’s exit, Lookman’s potential arrival could be seen as a gamble. While his time at Everton may have been disappointing, his recent form at Atalanta suggests he could yet prove to be a valuable addition to PSG’s squad.