Al-Ittihad offer Lookman bumper €11m salary
Saudi club Al-Ittihad has made a generous offer to Atalanta’s forward Ademola Lookman, proposing an annual salary of €11 million. Discover the latest updates on Lookman’s transfer negotiations and his recent achievements.
Lookman recently secured his team’s first European trophy in the UEFA Europa League final by scoring a hat-trick against previously unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen, becoming the match’s hero.
Despite his success, the forward is not in a rush to leave La Dea or European football just yet, but Al-Ittihad is attempting to lure him with substantial financial incentives.
Saudi Arabian football club Al-Ittihad has made headlines with a generous offer for Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman, proposing an annual salary of nearly €11 million. The offer also includes €30 million for the transfer, as reported by PUNCH Sports Extra and transfer expert Rudy Galetti.
Lookman’s Recent Achievements: Lookman recently secured Atalanta’s first European trophy by scoring a hat-trick in the UEFA Europa League final against previously unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen, emerging as the match’s hero. This remarkable performance has elevated his status in European football, making him a sought-after player.
Al-Ittihad’s Offer: Despite his success, Lookman is not rushing to leave Atalanta or European football. However, Al-Ittihad hopes to entice the forward with significant financial incentives. The proposed salary of nearly €11 million annually is a substantial increase from his current earnings.
Lookman’s Performance and Interest from Top Clubs: Lookman joined Atalanta from Leipzig in the summer of 2022 for €9.35 million. In his first season, he scored 17 goals and provided 10 assists in 45 matches. His consistent performances have drawn interest from top European clubs, including Bayern Munich, Juventus, and several Premier League teams.
Contract and Future Prospects: Since his transfer from RB Leipzig, Lookman has scored 32 goals in 78 matches for Atalanta across all competitions. His current contract with Atalanta expires in 2026. While he is content at the club, Lookman is keeping his options open as the pre-season approaches, considering the substantial offer from Al-Ittihad.