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Who’s Marco Ottolini? Juventus hyperlinks, earlier signings and largest gross sales

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Wednesday’s declare that Genoa’s Marco Ottolini is presently the main candidate to take over as , however who’s the Grifone govt, the place has he labored beforehand, and who’ve been his greatest signings so far?

Who’s Juventus-linked Ottolini?

Ottolini is a 45-year-old scout turned sporting director, initially from Brescia. He had a quick profession as a participant, becoming a member of Brescia as a youth participant in 1993, and had a few years within the first group till 2002.

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From there, Ottolini started learning on the Universita degli Studi di Verona, incomes a Bachelor’s Diploma in international languages and literature. Throughout that interval, he interned with the Belgian FA, his first expertise within the administration facet of the sport.

He went on to work as an agent, middleman and advisor for over a decade, earlier than becoming a member of RSC Anderlecht of the Jupiler Professional League as a world scout. He labored with the Belgian outfit for simply shy of three years between 2015 and 2018.

GENOA, ITALY – AUGUST 15: Marco Ottolini, sports activities supervisor of Genoa, appears to be like on previous to kick-off within the Coppa Italia match between Genoa CFC and LR Vicenza at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on August 15, 2025 in Genoa, Italy. (Picture by Simone Arveda/Getty Photos)

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From 2018, Ottolini started his first stint with Juventus. He held a number of roles with the Bianconeri the primary time round, initially as a scout, earlier than being promoted to the position of loans supervisor in 2021.

After a 12 months managing the on-loan Juventus gamers, Ottolini earned his first job as a sporting director, becoming a member of Genoa initially of the 2022-23 season.

Genoa had suffered relegation to Serie B the season prior, however earned instant promotion again to the highest flight in Ottolini’s first 12 months with the membership. The Grifone have achieved secure mid-table finishes in each seasons since then, ending in eleventh in 2023-24 and thirteenth in 2024-25.

Ottolini has already turned a revenue on quite a lot of his Genoa signings, together with the likes of Mateo Retegui, Radu Dragusin, Koni De Winter, Albert Gudmundsson and Josep Martinez.

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Ottolini’s prime Genoa signings

BERGAMO, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 05: Mateo Retegui of Italy celebrates with teammates after scoring his group’s second objective through the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Italy and Estonia at Stadio di Bergamo on September 05, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Picture by Mattia Ozbot/Getty Photos)

Mateo Retegui – €15m from Tigre

Albert Gudmundsson €1.5m from AZ Alkmaar

Koni De Winter – Mortgage with €10m possibility to purchase from Juventus

Radu Dragusin – Mortgage with €10m possibility to purchase from Juventus

Josep Martinez – Mortgage with €3.5m possibility to purchase from RB Leipzig

Brooke Norton-Cuffy – €2m from Arsenal

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Djed Spence – Mortgage from Tottenham

Ottolini’s prime Genoa gross sales

LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 24: Radu Dragusin of Tottenham Hotspur applauds the followers after the group’s victory within the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Section MD3 match between Tottenham Hotspur and AZ at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 24, 2024 in London, England. (Picture by Justin Setterfield/Getty Photos)

Radu Dragusin → Tottenham €31m

Mateo Retegui → Atalanta – €28m

Trustworthy Ahanor → Atalanta – €20m

Koni De Winter → Milan €20m

Josep Martinez → Inter – €15.5m

Albert Gudmundsson → Fiorentina – €13m

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Premier League

‘It’s an honour’: Premier League supervisor reacts to Man United hyperlinks and addresses Amorim uncertainty

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For a lot of managers, the chance to take cost of the 20-time champions of England would show too profitable to show down – even of their present state.

Now, a number of coaches are once more being linked with the Manchester United job, regardless of Ruben Amorim being simply 11 months into his tenure at Outdated Trafford.

It’s thought Amorim retains the backing of INEOS at this stage of the season, which has seen the Crimson Devils lose three of their opening six Premier League matches and be knocked out of the Carabao Cup by League Two Grimsby City within the second spherical. 

Nevertheless, you possibly can think about the co-owners’ religion will likely be dwindling with every poor consequence or efficiency; United left it till the seventh minute of damage time to beat newly-promoted Burnley through a spot-kick and solely scored in opposition to Chelsea after they had the additional man, finally conceding when each groups had been right down to 10 within the aftermath of Casemiro’s pink card.

Who may realistically succeed Amorim?

Something aside from a win in opposition to Sunderland this Saturday would solely heap extra strain on the shoulders of Amorim, who maintains he’ll stick by his carried out tactical shift regardless of whether or not it proves to be a hit or not.

In regard to the names being touted as potential replacements, the likes of Andoni Iraola (Bournemouth), Oliver Glasner (Crystal Palace) and Gareth Southgate (free agent) have all been closely linked, while Brighton and Hove Albion’s Fabian Hurzeler is a lesser-likely choice.

His lack of expertise in top-flight soccer could deter Sir Jim Ratcliffe, particularly given he selected Amorim, 40, to switch Ten Hag, and is now being made to rue the choice.

Hurzeler placed on the spot over United hyperlinksHurzeler took over from Roberto De Zerbi on the Amex in June 2024. (Photograph by Dan Istitene/Getty Photos)

Even nonetheless, Hurzeler was placed on the spot relating to a possible change to M16 by talkSPORT. 

He, expectedly, saved tight-lipped on the matter, though he did specific his satisfaction at being amongst the rumoured candidates.

“In fact, it’s at all times an honour to be part of the rumours,” stated the 32-year-old German.  “However I actually respect the coach Ruben Amorim there, so I believe it’s not the best factor to speak about this.

“However general, I can say it’s a privilege to work for Brighton. I’m very blissful to be the coach right here. We [still] have numerous work in entrance of us.”

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Ruben Amorim looks on from the dugout.

Real Madrid players warm up before kick-off.

Altay Bayindir conceding a goal against Burnley

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Premier League

Thursday’s Everton Information: Garner displays, Moyes characteristic, Grealish stats, Reguilon hyperlinks

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Your each day dose of  information and rumours

James Garner has spoken about his aim in opposition to Brighton at Hill Dickinson Stadium:

“It was a type of. I stated on the time and it’s true, I don’t suppose folks discuss how good a sense scoring a aim is at any degree of soccer, however you then put the context into it – 50-odd thousand folks, it wasn’t only a tap-in however a screamer… it’s actually the stuff you do whenever you’re on the playground or enjoying on the streets together with your mates as a child.” []

Following a busy and largely profitable summer season switch window, Everton have shifted their focus to securing the futures of key gamers, with Jordan Pickford amongst 4 stars in line to be given new contracts. []

Jack Grealish celebrates his thirtieth birthday at present however how have his statistics for Everton to this point in comparison with Manchester Metropolis final season? []

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Why has Jack Grealish began so nicely at Everton? The ahead is prospering having settled in in a short time. []

On account of the Mykolenko damage, the Toffees might now discover themselves searching for a free agent left-back, with Sergio Reguilon being a possible possibility. []

When Jack Grealish takes the sector on Saturday he can be in line to be the primary participant in historical past who has recorded two assists in three consecutive matches. Grealish has executed this in his first two Everton begins and now wants the third. []

The Premier League has at present launched ‘Collectively In opposition to Suicide’, a brand new initiative to assist followers affected by suicide or suicidal ideas, with Everton one among 11 Premier League golf equipment to introduce the pilot undertaking. []

As the newest worldwide break ends, here’s a rating of the Everton gamers’ possibilities of heading to the World Cup in 2026. []

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With the brand new stadium comes the inevitable rising pains as methods and processes are developed. Everton have continued to discover methods to enhance the matchday expertise on the membership’s new stadium within the weeks for the reason that Carabao Cup match in opposition to Mansfield City. What’s the membership doing to handle the issues? []

Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium has been given the seal of approval by Membership legend Colin Harvey, who’s labelled the Blues’ new floor as “very, very particular”. []

Everton have been nicely represented throughout September’s break with a number of of David Moyes’ squad turning out for his or her international locations. Right here’s how the Blues fared. []

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Everton, Nottingham Forest and Wolverhampton Wanderers have been among the many golf equipment who did not signal Espanyol’s Omar El Hilali in the summertime window. []

Because the worldwide break ends and gamers return to their golf equipment there are only a few senior video games however the Girls’s Champions League qualifiers proceed. Additionally, in Canada, the Valour tackle Forge within the Canadian Premier League!

Full schedule of video games .

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Serie A

Inter Milan President Confirms: Sporting Director Duo “Will Keep” At San Siro Amid Saudi Professional League Hyperlinks

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Inter Milan president Beppe Marotta has confirmed that Piero Ausilio and Dario Baccin will stay at San Siro.

Talking to Saudi newspaper Arriyadiyah by way of , Marotta shut down the exit talks surrounding his two closest associates.

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has emerged as a concrete goal for Saudi Professional League powerhouse Al-Hilal.

Certainly, after capturing the providers of , that they had hoped to lure the 53-year-old to Riyadh.

Moreover, that they had relied on Inzaghi’s assist to persuade Ausilio to sever ties with the Nerazzurri.

Nevertheless, the membership’s long-serving government has no intention of leaving San Siro regardless of receiving a tempting proposal.

Al-Hilal’s €5 million internet per season contract provide has fallen on Ausilio’s deaf ears.

Ausilio has pledged his future to Inter and won’t observe in Inzaghi’s footsteps.

Furthermore, Dario Baccin has made an analogous determination, regardless that he would’ve earned €2 million per yr within the desert.

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Inter Milan President Beppe Marotta Delivers Verdict on Futures of Piero Ausilio & Dario Baccin

UDINE, ITALY – APRIL 08: Piero Ausilio, Sporting Director of FC Internazionale appears to be like on previous to the Serie A TIM match between Udinese Calcio and FC Internazionale at Dacia Enviornment on April 08, 2024 in Udine, Italy. (Photograph by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Photos)

“Ausilio has a contract till 2027 and acquired a considerable provide from Al-Hilal,” claimed.

“However he postponed his response till the top of the switch window, earlier than Inter’s administration determined to not let him depart.

“He has held his position since 2014 and was instrumental in hiring Simone Inzaghi to guide the group throughout that interval.”

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Marotta and Ausilio have labored collectively for nearly a decade now, constructing a brand new profitable era at Inter.

Certainly, they’ve laid the groundwork for the membership’s return to prominence in European soccer.

Along with profitable two Serie A titles, they’ve constructed a group able to attaining greatness on the continental stage.

Subsequently, Inter have reached two Champions League finals within the final three years.

Regardless of shedding on each events, these achievements have restored Inter’s status amongst Europe’s elite.

A lot credit score goes to Marotta and his most trusted affiliate.

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Premier League

Barcelona irritated with midfielder over continued silence on future amid Premier League hyperlinks

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Barcelona are rising stressed as they look forward to Fermin Lopez to make his closing determination on Chelsea’s method, claims a report from .

The 22-year-old midfielder has not communicated something to the membership since final week, when the curiosity from Stamford Bridge first turned public.

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The outlet assures that after the , Fermin remained in Madrid to affix up with Spain’s nationwide crew, however he has stayed silent on his future.

What about Chelsea’s curiosity?

The information of hit Barcelona exhausting. Contained in the dressing room and within the boardroom, the story unfold like wildfire.

Chelsea supervisor Enzo Maresca has personally spoken to the participant, assuring him that he can be a central determine in his venture.

The London membership additionally introduced him with a extremely enticing monetary bundle, which solely elevated doubts about his future. For now, Barcelona proceed to attend for an official written provide.

Fermin Lopez is but to decide. (Photograph by Alex Caparros/Getty Photographs)

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Fermin has spent the previous few days reflecting on whether or not to simply accept the problem of Premier League soccer or stay on the Camp Nou, the place he has been working to determine himself below Hansi Flick.

Barcelona’s place on Chelsea’s bid

Barcelona’s stance has been clear from the beginning. Whereas Chelsea are reportedly keen to pay round €58 million, the Catalan giants consider the determine is way too low.

They’ll solely think about a deal if the English membership increase their provide to €90 million or if Fermin himself tells the membership he needs to depart.

Deco gave the participant’s camp a 48-hour window to make clear his place, however that interval expired on Sunday throughout Barça’s conflict with Rayo.

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Nonetheless, the midfielder has given no response, leaving the membership in a state of uncertainty.

Flick has spoken instantly with Fermin to reassure him of his significance within the squad, whereas senior teammates have inspired him to proceed his progress at Barcelona.

For now, although, Barcelona are ready for the midfielder to lastly break his silence and convey the saga to an finish.

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Barcelona vice chairman breaks silence on teenager’s scenario amid Premier League hyperlinks

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Fermin Lopez’s future has been the speak of the city in Barcelona over the previous few days, and understandably so given the gray space round his want, the membership’s monetary scenario and the necessity to promote an enormous participant.

The teenager was electrical in pre-season for the crew and has all the time been one to present his all for the crest. Rumours of him contemplating Chelsea’s supply, thus, shifted the highlight to Joan Laporta and Co. as a attainable case of them being pressed to promote.

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Now, nonetheless, it has come to mild that the Blaugrana are towards the thought of a sale and have thus .

Yuste speaks on the participant

Earlier right now, Barcelona’s vice-president Rafa Yuste stumbled upon journalists from forward of the UEFA Champions League draw and was requested a few quick questions within the buildup to the identical.

First, the journalist wished him the very best of luck for the draw, which lately within the league section of the competitors.

“Thanks,” Yuste responded graciously.

Fermin is a goal for Chelsea. (Photograph by Paul Miller/Getty Photographs)

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The media individual then went on to make use of the chance to squeeze in a query on Fermin Lopez and the teenager’s future as he requested, “Is Fermin going to remain at Barcelona?”

Rafa Yuste’s calm response, evidently, stole the limelight as he made it clear that the participant would certainly keep on the membership.

“He’s at Barcelona,” he mentioned.

Talking to Movistar (h/t ) after the draw in regards to the teenager’s future, Yuste added:

“Fermin has a contract with the membership and we’re very proud of him, and due to this fact he’s a Barça participant.”

Curiously, the membership most strongly linked along with his signing – Chelsea – have been drawn up towards Barcelona within the league section of the UEFA Champions League, and the 2 groups will lock horns at Stamford Bridge within the coming months.

Whether or not Fermin shall be wearing garnet-and-blue on the evening or the London-based crew’s blue jersey stays to be seen, though Yuste’s response calms the rumours round his future.

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Champions League

Rodgers on Vardy hyperlinks, switch newest & Inamura absence

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Celtic supervisor Brendan Rodgers has been talking to the media as his facet put together to face Kairat Almaty in Wednesday evening’s Champions League play-off first leg.

Listed here are the details:

Rodgers declined to elaborate on experiences that his former striker at Leicester, Jamie Vardy, is eager to reunite with the Northern Irishman at Celtic.

The Celtic boss says he will not talk about an “particular person participant” however admits he “labored effectively with Jamie” throughout his time at Leicester.

Rodgers admits he does not know whether or not the membership is ready to see what European competitors it is enjoying in earlier than bringing within the new signings he wants.

He did, nevertheless, add that he is assuming no extra gamers will arrive in time for the play-off matches with Kairat Almaty.

Rodgers is aware of his facet are “going into video games that imply every little thing” however stresses “if we do not have it inside the constructing now, we’ve to work with what’s right here”.

The supervisor says he is “assured” the present squad is sweet sufficient to get previous the Kazakh champions and qualify for the league part, which Rodgers says Celtic would “have to enhance the squad” for.

Rodgers was additionally requested if the membership is “world class within the switch market”, to which he replied: “I do not learn about world class… we simply need to be in the very best place potential.”

Rodgers added that he does not “need a scenario the place I look pissed off or am pissed off” because the “emotional switch” of that may have an effect on gamers.

Requested concerning the absence of current signing Hayato Inamura from each the home and European squads, Rodgers says the 23-year-old’s defensive qualities usually are not but the place they must be.

The instance Rodgers cited was he would not be capable to pitch Inamura in in opposition to somebody like Lamine Yamal.

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High insider reveals how Chelsea really feel about Robert Sanchez amid Donnarumma hyperlinks

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Chelsea consider have been it not for Robert Sanchez they could not have certified for the Champions League final season in keeping with experiences.

Sanchez has very a lot divided opinion since his arrival from Brighton in the summertime of 2023, with many supporters feeling a brand new goalkeeper is required.

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The Spaniard has been primary for almost all of these two years, however was dropped for a handful of video games final season after a expensive error in a defeat to Manchester Metropolis.

Chelsea not planning to interchange Sanchez

, however the Blues weren’t ready to match AC Milan’s valuation, and the deal didn’t occur.

Supporters have been left annoyed by that call, given the chance to signal a high goalkeeper doesn’t come spherical usually.

Sanchez was in spectacular type on the Membership World Cup. (Picture by David Ramos/Getty Pictures)

The 27-year-old is ready to as soon as once more be primary subsequent season, however there are nonetheless and whether or not the Blues can win a league title with him in purpose.

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The Spain worldwide’s type picked up in the direction of the top of final season, and he put in a collection of spectacular performances, which carried by into the Membership World Cup.

Sanchez is an excellent shot stopper, however his distribution leaves quite a bit to be desired, and no keeper made extra errors resulting in targets than him within the Premier League final season.

Nevertheless, he’s clearly extremely rated at Chelsea and have reported the Blues really feel have been it not for Sanchez, they may not have certified for the Champions League.

Chelsea linked with Donnarumma

Regardless of Chelsea being unlikely to signal a goalkeeper this summer time, that hasn’t stopped the Blues being linked with names.

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Chelsea have been linked with Paris Saint Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who might depart the French giants this summer time.

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The asking worth is reportedly £26m, and even when the Blues have been to make a transfer his reported wages might properly show to be a serious stumbling block.

Regardless of Sanchez’s enchancment it nonetheless feels Chelsea are high-quality keeper away from their squad with the ability to severely compete.

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Serie A

Atalanta Talisman But To Return To Italy Amid Inter Milan Hyperlinks – Updates Anticipated Early Subsequent Week

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Atalanta ahead Ademola Lookman continues to be but to return to Italy as his switch saga with Inter Milan continues.

This in line with Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, through . They report that the long-running switch cleaning soap opera ought to resume decisively initially of subsequent week.

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The switch cleaning soap opera between Inter, Atalanta, and has dominated the headlines during the last week.

The Nigerian worldwide to Atalanta final weekend. This after Atalanta had rejected a second supply from the Nerazzurri.

Then, Lookman took issues a step additional. The 27-year-old – who had already of Atalanta from his social media accounts – .

There’s no indication that Lookman plans to return to coaching for Atalanta.

The participant is decide to pressure via the transfer to Inter, as he believes that La Dea had promised as a lot final summer time.

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Ademola Lookman Nonetheless Exterior Italy – Developments In Inter Milan Switch Cleaning soap Opera Anticipated Subsequent Week

BERGAMO, ITALY – MAY 25: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC seems on in the course of the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and Parma Calcio 1913 at Gewiss Stadium on Could 25, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photograph by Marco Luzzani/Getty Pictures)

Within the meantime, Lookman has , making clear that he has no intention of returning to coaching for Atalanta.

And in line with Sky Sport Italia, the 27-year-old has but to return to the nation.

Lookman continues to be making it completely abundantly clear that he has no intention of returning to coach or play for Atalanta in any capability.

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On the identical time, nevertheless, Sky report that Inter President Beppe Marotta can be not in Italy.

The Nerazzurri chief is anticipated again on Sunday.

Subsequently, Sky report, there must be updates on this now more and more drawn-out switch saga early subsequent week.

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Serie A

Report – Nigeria Star Might Nonetheless Be a part of Atalanta Preseason Regardless of Inter Milan Hyperlinks

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Inter Milan goal Ademola Lookman might nonetheless be part of up with Atalanta of their preseason tour regardless of his switch saga.

This in accordance with the Corriere di Bergamo, through .

That is prone to be the decisive day in Inter Milan’s pursuit of .

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The Nerazzurri made their second supply for the Nigerian worldwide earlier this week. They upped their bid from €40 million to €42 million plus €3 million in add-ons.

Atalanta haven’t but given Inter a proper response. However they are going to give the Nerazzurri their reply at present.

Ademola Lookman Might Nonetheless Be a part of Atalanta Preseason Regardless of Inter Hyperlinks

BERGAMO, ITALY – JANUARY 21: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta celebrates scoring his workforce’s fourth aim through the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Part MD7 match between Atalanta BC and SK Sturm Graz at Stadio di Bergamo on January 21, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photograph by Marco Luzzani/Getty Photographs)

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Within the meantime, Lookman will not be a part of Atalanta’s squad for his or her pleasant match in opposition to RB Leipzig at present.

Naturally, this has solely additional fuelled hypothesis {that a} transfer to Inter could also be imminent for the Nigerian.

Nevertheless, because the Corriere di Bergamo be aware, the rationale for Lookman’s absence is definitely damage. The 27-year-old remains to be recovering from a calf drawback.

Subsequently, there would nonetheless be a chance of Lookman becoming a member of up with the Atalanta squad in anticipation of their subsequent pleasant, in opposition to Koln.

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