Roma are monitoring Atlético Madrid forward Ademola Lookman as a possible January signing. Football Italia reported that the forward has lost his place as a regular starter under Diego Simeone.
Roma's interest
Football Italia reported that Roma are keeping a close eye on Lookman. According to La Repubblica, via CalcioMercato, Lookman is on sporting director Tony D’Amico’s list as Roma look for more options in attack alongside their pursuit of Endrick.
Lookman's form at Atlético
Lookman has two goals and an assist in 15 appearances this season. He has made nine league starts but none in the Champions League. He has recently become Álex Baena’s back-up and was an unused substitute for the first time against Barcelona.
Ties to Gasperini
A move to Roma would reunite Lookman with Gian Piero Gasperini. Lookman and Gasperini had several heated disagreements at Atalanta. Lookman scored 55 goals and provided 27 assists in 137 games under Gasperini.
Conditions for departure
Lookman has not made a transfer request, but if his playing time stays limited, he will consider his options. Atlético signed Lookman last January for €35m plus €5m in bonuses, and his contract runs until 2030. Atlético will only let one of Lookman or Juventus target Alexander Sørloth leave, and only once they have found a replacement.
