Atlético Madrid are reportedly unwilling to let both Ademola Lookman and Alexander Sørloth leave without replacements, as Roma and Fenerbahçe are reportedly monitoring the Super Eagles forward.
Ademola Lookman's future at Atlético Madrid is increasingly uncertain, with Italian side Roma and Turkish club Fenerbahçe reportedly monitoring the Super Eagles forward ahead of the January transfer window, Punch reports.
After a bright start last season, Lookman has struggled to hold a regular place under Diego Simeone. He was left out of the substitutions in the 2-1 defeat to Barcelona, even though the coach made only four changes while his side were chasing the game, according to Spanish newspaper Sport, which Punch cites. Sport adds that Lookman was overlooked even after Jonathan David came on in the 78th minute.
Simeone had earlier urged him not to let his dip in form become a source of frustration, saying hard work and belief would help him find his confidence again. Legit.ng reports that the coach has not publicly given up on him, but that Lookman is increasingly limited to half-time changes or left out of matchday squads altogether.
Lookman has netted twice and set up one goal in 15 outings this season. Nine league starts have come his way, yet he is still waiting for a Champions League place in the XI, and Álex Baena has recently moved ahead of him in the attacking pecking order Simeone uses.
Citing La Repubblica, via CalcioMercato, Punch reports that Roma sporting director Tony D'Amico has added Lookman to the club's list of attacking targets. Real Madrid youngster Endrick remains the priority, with Lookman an alternative as the Serie A side weighs its options for January. Complete Sports reports that initial discussions with his representatives are expected in the first weeks of December 2026. Roma want to assess his situation before deciding whether to make a formal approach when the winter window opens. Livescore's table, as Legit.ng notes, has Roma third in Serie A on 27 points, two behind leaders Lazio, and still unbeaten in the league this season.
A move would reunite him with Gian Piero Gasperini, who coached him at Atalanta. Punch notes the pair had occasional disagreements, but Lookman scored 55 goals and provided 27 assists in 137 appearances under him. Legit.ng reports that the two parted on poor terms before his move to Madrid.
Spanish newspaper AS reports that Fenerbahçe are also interested. AS names Marco Asensio as a potential target and says a swap deal involving Lookman and Asensio could be considered when the window reopens in January.
Atlético are reportedly unwilling to sanction the departures of both Lookman and Alexander Sørloth, who has also drawn Juventus interest, unless suitable replacements are secured. Lookman joined from Atalanta for €35m plus €5m in bonuses and is under contract until 2030. Punch reports there has been no formal transfer request from him.
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