Atalanta star Ademola Lookman is looking to leave the Italian club this summer as Arsenal have rekindled their interest in the forward. The former Everton player is reportedly looking to return to the Premier League as he wants to take the next step in his career. Other than the Gunners, Juventus have also shown interest in the player.

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• Arsenal rekindled their interest in Lookman
• Gunners learn player's asking price
• Attacker wants to return to Premier League

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Per Alfredo Pedulla, Lookman will be available this summer for a reported sum of €50 million (£43m/$59m) plus add-ons. The report adds that the winger is dreaming of a return to the Premier League and the Emirates Stadium could be his next destination. The Gunners, along with Liverpool had enquired about the player last summer but Atalanta rejected any bid for the star.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Lookman finished the 2024-25 season joint third in the Serie A Golden Boot race with 15 goals to his name. He played a key role in Atalanta finishing third on the league table and secure a place in the Champions League next season.

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  The prolific winger has gone from surplus to requirements at RB Leipzig to winning European titles with Atalanta. Now, top teams are eyeing his signature, but with two years left on his contract, he won't leave the Italian team on the cheap.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR ARSENAL?

  Other than Lookman, the north London club are also working behind the scenes to secure a transfer for one of Viktor Gyokeres or Benjamin Sesko. After losing out on the Premier League title for the third consecutive season, Mikel Arteta seems desperate to strengthen his attack.

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