Atletico Madrid have reportedly placed a €50 million valuation on Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman amid uncertainty over his future at the Spanish club.
The La Liga side is said to be considering whether to part ways with the Super Eagles attacker just months after signing him from Italian club Atalanta.
The report comes from Spanish transfer outlet Fichajes, which claims Atletico are open to offers for the former African Footballer of the Year.
Lookman joined Atletico with high expectationsLookman arrived in Spain after an impressive spell with Atalanta, where he became one of the club’s most influential attacking players.
Known for his pace, creativity, and ability to operate in different attacking positions, the Nigerian was expected to add more quality to Diego Simeone’s squad.
However, adapting to Atletico’s demanding tactical approach has reportedly been challenging.
Tactical demands create challenges
Simeone’s system places strong importance on defensive contribution, discipline, and movement without the ball.
Reports suggest Lookman has not yet fully adapted to those requirements, leading to questions over his long-term role at the club.
Despite the uncertainty, the forward still produced important numbers last season.
He recorded 13 goal contributions, including nine goals and four assists, in 24 appearances across all competitions.
Nigeria absence adds to speculation
With uncertainty surrounding his club future, Lookman was not included in Nigeria’s squad for the June international fixtures against Poland and Portugal.
The Super Eagles forward remains one of Nigeria’s most recognised attacking talents, and his next move could become one of the key transfer stories of the summer window.