Italian outlet Gazzetta has reported that Premier League leaders Liverpool are interested in signing Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman as a potential replacement for Mohamed Salah, whose future at Anfield remains uncertain.
Both players have been in impressive form for their respective clubs, but their futures are surrounded by uncertainty. Salah has been Liverpool’s standout player this season, scoring 13 goals and providing 11 assists in 20 appearances. However, with his contract nearing its final months, rumors about his departure have intensified.
Lookman, similarly, has enjoyed a stellar season with Atalanta, registering seven goals and four assists in 11 Serie A matches. Although he missed the first three matches of the season due to interest from Paris Saint-Germain, the Nigerian forward was able to shake off the transfer talk and continue his rise. Despite Atalanta resisting PSG’s advances, Lookman remains linked with potential moves.
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According to Gazzetta, Liverpool have now turned their attention to Lookman as a potential replacement for Salah. Atalanta are protected by a contract that runs until 2027, with the option for unilateral extension, meaning Lookman’s future is in the club’s hands for the time being. However, the next few months will be crucial in determining what happens in the summer transfer window.
The report notes that Liverpool are closely monitoring the situation, awaiting the outcome of Salah’s contract situation, while also acknowledging that other top Premier League clubs are keeping tabs on Lookman.
Lookman’s rapid ascent in recent years earned him a spot at 14th in this year’s Ballon d’Or rankings.