ROME (BN24) — Nigeria international Ademola Lookman has submitted a formal transfer request to Atalanta, accusing the club of failing to honor previous commitments and describing his treatment as “poor” in a candid statement posted on social media Sunday.
The 27-year-old forward, who played a pivotal role in Atalanta’s successful 2024-25 campaign, said in an Instagram post that the decision came after “many months of broken promises” and what he described as mistreatment by the club, both professionally and personally.
“Sadly, I feel I have no choice but to speak out for what I believe is right. Enough is enough,” Lookman wrote, making clear his desire to leave the Serie A side in search of a “new adventure.”
According to Lookman, he and Atalanta’s ownership had previously agreed that this summer would be the appropriate time for him to move on. He claims the club promised to facilitate a transfer if a suitable offer arrived — an offer that Lookman says has now been submitted.
“Despite now receiving an offer in alignment with what I believe had been discussed, sadly the club are blocking the opportunity for reasons I do not understand,” he stated, without naming the club that made the approach.
Lookman, who has drawn interest from clubs across Europe following his standout performances in domestic and continental competitions, has not disclosed any further details regarding the potential transfer destination or the terms of the bid.
Atalanta has not publicly responded to the allegations or the transfer request.
Lookman’s public move adds pressure on the club as the summer transfer window intensifies, with several top-tier clubs still actively seeking attacking reinforcements. His statement is likely to spark wider attention amid a climate of growing player assertiveness in contract and transfer negotiations.
