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Galatasaray places Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman at the top of their January 2026 transfer wishlist. The reigning African Footballer of the Year attracts intense interest from the Turkish champions. Reports confirm the 28-year-old Atalanta star already agrees personal terms with the club.
Lookman shines brightly in Italy. He scores 53 goals and delivers 25 assists across 128 appearances for Atalanta. His contract runs until 2027, yet unrest simmers after a turbulent summer and recent coaching changes. The Super Eagles attacker seeks a fresh challenge.
Galatasaray prepares a €40 million offer to secure his signature. Club officials contacted Atalanta and accelerate negotiations. President Dursun Özbek signals ambition to land the prolific winger in winter.
Victor Osimhen plays a key role in the saga. The on-loan Napoli striker urges his international teammate to join him in Istanbul. Osimhen praises Galatasaray’s project and promises Lookman a starring role alongside him. Their recent meeting during Nigeria’s World Cup playoff fuels the persuasion.
Atalanta adopts a pragmatic stance. The Italian side listened to offers amid Lookman’s strained relationship with the club. New coach Raffaele Palladino plans for life without the Nigerian and identifies potential replacements.
Lookman enjoyed a stellar 2025. He leads Atalanta’s attack with goals in Serie A and the Champions League. His hat-trick against Bayer Leverkusen in the 2024 Europa League final remains iconic and most times Nigeria relies on his flair in international fixtures.
Galatasaray dominates the Turkish Super Lig again. Okan Buruk’s team craves Lookman’s creativity to maintain supremacy and excel in Europe. The club previously failed to sign him in summer but now pushes harder.
Competition is emerging quickly. Tottenham Hotspur and Roma monitor developments closely. Both clubs prepare rival bids if Atalanta lowers demands.
