Manchester United is closely watching the Nigerian striker Adelala Lookman while seeking to strengthen their attack before the summer transfer window.
Lookman, who has been brilliant for Atalanta since he joined the Italian team in 2022, has scored 18 goals and provided seven assists this season of only 28 openings in all competitions. That means that he has been involved in a goal every 92 minutes, an impressive return for the 27 -year -old.
His ability to play as a striker, attack the midfielder or the end makes it a valuable and versatile option: it is said that something together is looking for while preparing for a great reconstruction in the attack.
While Rasmus Hojlund has fought for the shape and Joshua Zirkzee is more a link player than a pure striker, United’s manager, Ruben Amorim, is anxious to bring a more effective striker. Lookman, with his experience in the Premier League and his explosive style, fits the bill.
The former Everton player and Leicester City could return to England, with reports that suggest that United is ready to meet the sale price of 60 million euros. The Series A Club is open to sell it after a disagreement reported between Lookman and chief coach Gian Piero Gasperini.
According Out -of -playA meeting is expected with lookman representatives take place in April while United explores the possibility of signing it.
Clubs like Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest and Juventus are also interested, but the need for United of a proven and flexible attacker could give them the advantage.
With the future uncertain and amad of Alejandro Garnacho that is possibly used in a new position, Lookman could be just what United needs, since his goal is to rebuild his squad and compete at the upper level once again.
