Overview
- Atlético and Atalanta confirmed the transfer, with Lookman signing a contract through June 2030 after completing formalities in Madrid.
- The fee is reported at €35 million plus up to €5 million in add-ons, and his wages are widely reported at about €7 million per season.
- Fenerbahçe also pursued the move but disagreements over payment structure and bank guarantees prevented an agreement with Atalanta.
- Diego Simeone sought attacking reinforcements late in the window as Atlético moved to strengthen a forward line that had lacked punch.
- Lookman departs Atalanta with 55 goals, including a Europa League final hat-trick in 2024, and he posted a farewell message to fans.