Fenerbahce Push for Lookman as Atalanta Demand €40m

Fenerbahce’s pursuit of Ademola Lookman has taken a dramatic turn, with Atalanta responding immediately to the Turkish club’s opening offer.

The Nigerian forward sits high on Fenerbahçe’s transfer shortlist, and negotiations with the Serie A side are already proving intense.

According to reports in Sabah, Fenerbahçe tabled a bid of €25 million for Lookman, but Atalanta countered by setting their asking price at €40 million. Talks between the two clubs are ongoing, with suggestions that a compromise could eventually be reached.

Meanwhile, Lookman himself has begun gathering information about Fenerbahçe and life in Istanbul.

The 27‑year‑old is said to be open to a move to Turkey and has spoken with his Nigeria national team colleague Victor Osimhen, currently at Galatasaray, to learn more about the club and the city. He also contacted his former Everton teammate Cenk Tosun, who reportedly gave him positive feedback about Fenerbahçe.

With negotiations heating up and Lookman showing genuine interest, Fenerbahçe’s transfer push has gained momentum. The Osimhen connection adds an intriguing twist to a saga that could deliver one of the biggest signings of the January window.