Ademola Lookman could make a spectacular return to English football – with Arsenal interested

Two things have to happen’ – Ademola Lookman could make stunning Premier League return

Ademola Lookman could join Arsenal in a spectacular move, but only if several factors fall into place.

The forward has handed in a transfer request at Atalanta as he looks to force through a transfer to Serie A rivals Inter Milan, who have made a bid in the region of €45million, including add-ons

Ademola Lookman is looking to leave Atalanta after three years in Bergamo

According to reports in Italy, Lookman has now gone on strike after growing frustrated with his employers’ refusal to grant his exit.

This came after the Nigeria international blasted the club for ‘broken promises’ over his future in an explosive social media statement.

But Inter may soon have competition in their attempts to sign Lookman, with Arsenal also keeping tabs on his situation.

Mikel Arteta’s side are keen to bolster their options on the left wing, which has become something of an issue over the last year.

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According to talkSPORT correspondent Ben Jacobs, while Lookman favours Inter, there is a set of circumstances which could make a move to the Emirates more likely.

He told talkSPORT: “Ademola Lookman has actually handed in a transfer request.

“My understanding is that he wants the Inter move and there’s an offer on the table in the region of €45m, including the add-ons.

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“And Lookman thinks the Inter move and also the fee put down, which has been rejected by Atalanta, is fair and he wants to leave and he’s pushing to stay in Italy.”

Discussing a potential return to England, Jacobs explained that one of Arsenal’s current wingers would firstly have to make way in order to turn their interest into something more concrete.

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On top of this, the north Londoners must also consider whether Lookman’s versatility would threaten the progress of other current first-team stars, who can also operate in attacking midfield.

This includes £52m summer arrival Noni Madueke, and young talent Ethan Nwaneri, who recently signed a new long-term contract.

Jacobs explained: “Could Arsenal come in?

“Potentially, they appreciate him, but it falls into the category of Rodrygo or Anthony Gordon, or even Rafael Leao.

“These are names that Arsenal like, but two things have to happen.

“The first, an outgoing, either Gabriel Martinelli, who Arsenal have kind of saidall summer is not for sale, or Leandro Trossard.”