We were deceived- PSG’s reasons for failing to sign Ademola Lookman
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PSG’s reasons for failing to sign Lookman || Imago

We were deceived- PSG’s reasons for failing to sign Ademola Lookman

Stephen Oladehinde 12:22 - 22.08.2024

Fresh information regarding Paris Saint-Germain's fruitless attempt to sign Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has come to light.

Paris Saint-Germain attempted to sign Atalanta star Lookman after the sudden injury to Goncalos Ramos but failed.

The Nigerian international's performance last season, most especially in the final of the Europa League, caught the eye of top teams in Europe.

The likes of Arsenal Liverpool and PSG are thought to be eyeing a move for the winger, but Atalanta are demanding a huge fee.

PSG given wrong information 

According to a report by Tutto Atalanta, the French behemoths were tricked into thinking they could sign the winger for a price tag of €20–25 million by Lookman’s agents,

Lookman in action || Imago
Lookman in action || Imago

Earlier this month, Lookman was eager to leave and had reached an agreement with PSG. He even asked to be left out of Atalanta's first Serie A match against Lecce, indicating his willingness to go.

However, PSG gave up on the negotiations because Lookman's current team, Atalanta, indicated that he was valued at €50 million.

The deal encountered a roadblock when PSG objected to Atalanta's noticeably higher asking price, first intending to replace the injured Gonçalo Ramos.

Ademola Lookman in action against Real Madrid || Imago
Ademola Lookman in action against Real Madrid || Imago

Meanwhile, Arsenal are reportedly considering a move to sign the Atalanta star before the end of the transfer window.

However, it is more likely that he will return to the team and remain with Atalanta this season.

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