Arsenal set to open talks over summer move for Serie A star with 18 goals and 7 assists — fierce competition expected

Arsenal are reportedly among the clubs set to open talks over a potential summer move for Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman.
 

The 27-year-old's impressive performances in Serie A this season have attracted interest from multiple top clubs across Europe.

Having scored 18 goals and provided seven assists for Atalanta in all competitions so far this campaign, the Nigeria international has become one of the hottest topics heading into the summer transfer window.

Lookman is expected to depart the Bergamo side at the end of the season, and there are reportedly a host of European giants ready to pounce.

CaughtOffside claims that Arsenal are among the clubs in the race for Lookman's signature this summer.

Barcelona are believed to have already held initial talks with the attacker's camp, while Serie A giants Juventus are also keen on a potential deal.

There is also strong interest from several Premier League clubs, with Arsenal, Newcastle, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United all reportedly preparing to begin discussions with Lookman's representatives in due course.

Atalanta are prepared for the player's eventual departure and have reportedly set an asking price in the region of €60–65m for interested clubs.