Ademola Lookman, Nigeria’s pacey winger, is reportedly preparing to walk away from his time with Atalanta at the end of the ongoing Serie A season. Fresh reports suggest the former RB Leipzig and Leicester City player has already decided to part ways with the Italian side.
According to Italian publication Tuttomercatoweb, Lookman’s mind is made up, and his departure from Bergamo is now simply a matter of time. A translated excerpt from the report reads: “Ademola Lookman has already taken the most crucial step regarding his future. He won’t remain at Atalanta.”
Friendly Exit Expected Following Earlier Transfer Talks
This isn’t the first time the 26-year-old forward has been linked with a move away from the club. A potential transfer had nearly materialized last year, but the deal fell through at the final stage. Now, however, an understanding between the club and the player reportedly guarantees his release once the season concludes—suggesting both parties are aligned on a respectful split.
Although no official information has surfaced about his next club, Tuttomercatoweb’s recent podcast, led by sports journalist Marco Conterio, included discussions about the growing speculation surrounding Lookman’s next stop.
Among Serie A’s Elite Performers
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future, Lookman has continued to impress throughout the season with his dynamic displays and match-winning contributions. He currently shares the highest average rating in Italy’s top flight among players who have featured in at least 19 games.
Lookman’s consistent form has earned him a performance rating of 6.52, placing him on equal footing with Como’s promising talent, Nico Paz. This rating places both players at the summit of Serie A’s top performers this season.
Serie A’s Top 20 Player Ratings So Far
Here are the players with the highest average match ratings after 31 rounds of Serie A, according to Tuttomercatoweb:
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Ademola Lookman (Atalanta) – 6.52
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Nico Paz (Como) – 6.52
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Nicolò Barella (Inter Milan) – 6.50
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Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan) – 6.48
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Paulo Dybala (AS Roma) – 6.48
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Mateo Retegui (Atalanta) – 6.46
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Mattia Zaccagni (Lazio) – 6.46
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Marco Carnesecchi (Atalanta) – 6.41
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Alex Meret (Napoli) – 6.39
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Valentin Castellanos (Lazio) – 6.39
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Moise Kean (Fiorentina) – 6.38
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Vanja Milinkovic-Savic (Torino) – 6.37
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David de Gea (Fiorentina) – 6.36
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Alessandro Buongiorno (Napoli) – 6.36
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Federico Dimarco (Inter Milan) – 6.35
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Alessandro Bastoni (Inter Milan) – 6.34
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Dan Ndoye (Bologna) – 6.33
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Riccardo Orsolini (Bologna) – 6.33
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Scott McTominay (Napoli) – 6.33
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Nicola Leali (Genoa) – 6.31
What’s Next for the Nigerian Star?
While Lookman’s next team has yet to be revealed, his performance has undoubtedly attracted interest from clubs across Europe. With his combination of speed, agility, and sharp decision-making in the final third, he remains a valuable asset on the transfer market.
As Atalanta aims to finish the season strongly, Lookman’s fans will be keenly watching how he closes this chapter—and what exciting move lies ahead in his evolving career.
